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Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat

Paddle across tranquil waters or simply unwind by the fire pit on this idyllic waterfront property. Experience life’s simple pleasures.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat

Visit Blue Skies at Lake Anna and make it your preferred vacation home. Awesome waterfront, spacious yard, comfortable home - what more could you ask for?

FAQ:
Is this home waterfront? - Yes, and it features a really gentle slope from the house to the water.
Does Blue Skies at Lake Anna have WiFi? - Yes.
Can we use the boat lift? - Yes.
Is it Public or Private side? - Public.
Can my dog stay? - With approval and payment of a pet fee/pet/visit.

This WATERFRONT home offers the perfect location to enjoy everything LAKE ANNA has to offer. Blue herons swoop and fish jump throughout the protected, deep-water cove, perfect for kayaks and canoes. For your paddling pleasure, enjoy the cove or main lake with the two kayaks . If you want a slower pace, the pedal boat is perfect.

The gentle slope from the house to water's edge guarantees that guests of all ages can enjoy the waterfront and dock. Watch the kids play in the sandbox or swim in the semi-enclosed area close to the bank, or enjoy the deep water from the end of the dock.

Marvel at the huge master bedroom and bath with a private balcony lakeside. The third bedroom has its own lakeside balcony as well. Three bedrooms and two baths upstairs are complimented by two pullout couches and a full bath on the main floor.

Enjoy visits with family and friends in the open concept first floor that extends to a wide deck, patio and fire pit close to water's edge. The WiFi, pool table, satellite TV, games, DVDs and books offer something for everyone.

Still interested in Blue Skies at Lake Anna? This part of the narrative lets you know a bit about the on-line travel agency’s operations and my business practices. If Blue Skies at Lake Anna looks like a contender, read on.

Prior to booking, the on-line travel agency does not share your contact information with me which restricts us from communicating outside of their platform. After I accept your booking through this on-line travel agency, I will then be able to see your contact information, and I will reach out to you right away to be sure that Blue Skies at Lake Anna is a good fit for your party. Then, I will send you the Rental Agreement for your e-signature.

You’ll notice that Blue Skies at Lake Anna does not offer a discount for a week-long booking. Discounts cost you more because VRBO commission is charged on the pre-discounted price, so I’ve reduced the cost for mid-week dates, which gives you the same price for seven days as if I offered you a discount on the week. Winning!!!

Now, back to the lake: Lake Anna is the second largest lake located entirely in Virginia. It encompasses 250 miles of shoreline and 13,000 acres of water. The lake is 17 miles long and surrounded by farms and forest.

Lake Anna has 2 sections, the main or public side and the private side. The public section consists of 9,600 acres with marinas, restaurants and commercial business. The private side is divided by 3 rock dikes and consists of 3,400 acres. There are no public boat ramps, marinas or restaurants on the private side; only homes adorn the shoreline.

Blue Skies at Lake Anna is located mid-lake on the public side, close to restaurants, marinas, Lake Anna State Park and other attractions by either boat or car.

Attractions: Lake Anna is perfect for boating, jet-skiing, fishing and water activities, but there are many other activities to enjoy while visiting this area. Some attractions include hiking trails at Lake Anna State Park, wineries (Lake Anna Winery, Mattaponi Winery, Cooper Vineyards, Weston Farms and more), Kings Dominion Theme Park, Monticello (Thomas Jefferson's Home), Montpelier (James & Dolly Madison's Home), Civil War battlefields, Bluemont Concerts and Dances, Fridays After Five, the Mineral Bluegrass Festival, fine dining, shopping and more. Lake Anna is located close to Fredericksburg, Richmond and Charlottesville. Blue Skies at Lake Anna is owned by a local who can offer you suggestions to round out your vacation itinerary.

About the pricing: Service fee is a VRBO fee and cannot be adjusted by the Host. Host fee is cleaning and a single pet fee, if applicable. If more than one dog is approved, additional pet fee is required.

Property manager

Kenyne (Kate) Killham

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only, Owner must approve. Fee is /pet/stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Owner must approve more than 8 persons on property
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat Mineral

About the neighborhood

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Mineral, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 1 min walk
  • North Anna Nuclear Information Center - 8 min drive
  • Lake Anna State Park - 14 min drive
  • Lake Anna Winery - 19 min drive
  • Lake Anna Marina - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cove at Lake Anna - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Taphouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Hole Ciderworks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Callie Opie's Orchard - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat located?

This Mineral vacation home is on the beach, steps from Lake Anna, and within 9 mi (15 km) of High Point Marina and Anna Point Marina. Sturgeon Creek Marina and Lake Anna State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Polly B.

Great property
We enjoyed our stay very much - the house was well stocked and the lakefront deck was perfect for outdoor relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kenyne K.

Outstanding!
Location, house, accommodations, hosts - all are outstanding. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Great experience!
Wonderful house on a terrific property with a great center lake location! The owners were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location - Best Vaca in a long time!
The private water access is the best I've seen at any house in Lake Anna. Great location to kayak. The dock was perfect for fishing and jumping off! The fishing was great too. Lots of catfish and sun perch. The house was just perfect. Spacious rooms and lots of places to get out of the heat. the yard was great for the pup to play frisbee and chase some wildlife. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute house loved the set up and how close the water was to the house!
Celebrated my girlfriends 50th Birthday! Great house, owner was very helpful would definitely book this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Fantastic!
This place was perfect for our weekend getaway. Even better than the pictures. The waterfront is beautiful and the paddle boat was fun to use.

10/10 Excellent

Bill A., Nashville, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
We loved the property and our furbabies loved the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Skies. This is probably one of the cleanest houses we have ever rented through Homeaway. The location is on a quiet part of the lake and the dock was much larger than it appears in the pictures. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at Blue Skies
We had a great time. The house was tucked back in a cove so we could float around on tubes and not have to worry about anything. Nice flat walk from house to dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clyde D., Prescott, Az

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving on the Lake
We had a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving on the lake. We were provided a roasting pan for our turkey! How much more could you ask for? The view was incredible, and we enjoyed the deer, squirrels, and chipmunks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

Blue skies for sure!
Very clean and orderly home. Being in a cove was delightful without all the boats going by. Mornings were wonderful at the boat dock. Would highly recommend staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Very clean and comfortable house, felt like home. Right on the water. So peaceful. Amazing view. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
The property was amazing! Beautiful house with direct access to the gorgeous Lake. We took advantage of the Kayaks to get up close with nature and relaxed at night with a bonfire. We can’t wait to go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

From bald eagle flying over the cove to the wonderful home
Everything was splendid! The golden doodles Molly and Murphy and the golden retriever Duffy had a joyous time!! Humans too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D., Philadelphia

Peaceful, serene location!
We had a fun trip. Great house, just big enough for 3 couples and 2 babies. Great big kitchen, relatively open layout for babies to crawl around. :) Secluded location, very peaceful. Pool table was lots of fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Our stay was great. The house is positioned close to the lake. The beach area and slope into the lake was perfect for the dog and kids yo be able to splash around. One of the kayaks had a small crack and Kate quickly had a replacement there the same day. The neighborhood is very quiet and felt like we were the only ones there and had the cove to ourselves most days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Lovely Lakefront Home with a Beautiful View
We enjoyed a family weekend at Blue Skies. The house was very clean and spacious to accommodate six adults and two dogs, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool table and the outside property amenities as well, which included a fire pit, dock, and paddle boat. The views of the lake were spectacular, and the location was convenient to Lake Anna Park and the winery. We were sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary K., Denver, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sept. Stay
We spent a quiet relaxing week on the lake. Kayaking was great. Sitting on the dock and watching the wildlife was amazing, as were the breezes. The house was stocked with everything we needed, and in a great location. One of the highlights of the week was meeting the owners. Kate and Steve are the exceptional people and made our stay that much more better. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Excellent place to relax!!!
We were attending a wedding over Memorial Day weekend and were lucky enough to find Blue Skies on VRBO. The photos don't provide the justice this place deserves. All of the bedrooms were spacious, plenty of living space and excellent views. Steps to the dock & lake, large deck and patio to enjoy the morning sunrise and a fire pit to relax the evening away. We definitely will check into Blue Skies for our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

House was actually a lot nicer than the pictures
Although it had rained during my stay my friends and I still had a blast. Rain stopped in the morning and was able to do some fishing from the dock as well as from the provided paddleboat. Neighbors were also super friendly. Overall great house and would recommend to anyone looking for a good time at Lake Anna!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside getaway
From the moment we contacted the owner, this rental was 5 stars! Everything was easy from the quick owner response to the final checkout list. The house was very clean with a beautiful kitchen that overlooks the lake, spacious bedrooms with linens provided and a large master bath. Views are amazing and the dock is only a short, flat walk from the house. The internet worked well the whole time we were there! It was a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!
We had an amazing stay at Blue Skies at Lake Anna! Truly one of the most relaxing stays we've ever had. We lucked out with fantastic weather for mid-October with mostly sunny and warm weather. We kayaked, grilled out, hung out on the huge dock relaxing in the zero gravity chairs. had fires in the fire pit every evening, and enjoyed playing pool! The property is beautiful with lots of shade trees and a level walk to the dock. So peaceful on a quiet cove off of the main lake. We love that our dog Maisy was welcome. The owner even provides dog towels! We would definitely rent this home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Perfect weekend Lake getaway!
The pictures do not do this wonderful property justice! We stayed a long weekend with our family (parents, 2 adult children, their spouses and one grandchild) and dogs. The downstairs is spacious and easy to enjoy quality time with everyone. The deck and patio are great for grilling and cornhole. The dock and sandy beach area were amazing (and the baby monitor reached out to the dock, great for naps/bedtime!). We enjoyed fishing, kayaking and boat rides. We had a rainy weekend, but it truly didn't dampen our experience. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

samantha r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home perfect for a large family
We had a great time inside and outside this home. The cove was quiet, the dock and the outdoor amenities including the kayaks, paddle boat, and fire pit were a plus. Inside the home was very clean, the kitchen was stocked with supplies needed for cooking all of our meals, and we loved having the pool table! I really appreciate being able to have all of our family dogs with us. We didn't need to use all the supplied linens, but having them available was a benefit. What we did use of the linens we appreciated the quality and the extra towels for the dogs as well! This home was far enough away for peace and quiet, but close enough to needed stores like the grocery store or convenience stores. Would definitely stay again if we return to Lake Anna.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sidney O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation anytime of year on Lake Anna
Our extended family had a fantastic Thanksgiving at this beautiful home on Lake Anna… lovely dock, kayaks, a fire pit, a beautiful huge kitchen that was fully stocked, beautiful, bright bedrooms and a pool table!!! all-around lovely vacation home… Kate was a fantastic hostess totally available! And to top it all off it is dog friendly!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021