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Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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

Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more

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This beautiful, dog-friendly home, located on a quiet cove of Lake Anna, will be the perfect place to celebrate your next vacation! Toast the morning sunrise with a steaming mug of coffee at the bar on the large open deck overlooking the lake. You'll love listening to bird songs and perhaps catching glimpses of the Great White Herons and bald eagles along the shoreline or high up in the treetops. The covered porch off the kitchen is a great place to enjoy a light breeze and views of the lake, woods, and the enclosed yard while savoring your breakfast. Plan a “grill master” tournament on the two gas grills then judge the results at the picnic tables by the beach. Challenge your family to a volleyball, horseshoe, and frisbee-golf tournament while your fishing enthusiasts catch fish from the private dock.

Relax in the oversized hammock gently swaying beneath the trees, or sunbathe on the sparkling pink sand on the beach along the shoreline. Watch magnificent wild fuchsia and orange sunsets from the couch on the covered front porch. Smell the honeysuckle at twilight in May as you wander the protected lands next door to view wildlife and catch a glimpse of the clear babbling brook that runs through the woods and marsh area to the lake. Roast marshmallows around the fire ring on the shoreline, and gaze at the stars as the moon rises. On cold or rainy days, view the lake through cathedral windows while reclining in front of a wood fire in a stacked-stone wood-burning fireplace. Hold a movie festival with trivia questions or play board games with friends and family. Let your culinary creativity loose in the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen boasting granite countertops, a six-burner gas Viking Stove, and convection wall ovens. This home has enough space to bring everyone together, enjoy some quiet time with a favorite novel, and everything else in-between.

What's nearby:
While nestled on a cool and secluded shore of Lake Anna’s public side, this home is less than nine miles from a Food Lion shopping center with a gas station en route. A community boat launch is within walking distance. Local events include the Lake Anna Wine Festival, the Mineral Bluegrass Festival, and the Harvest Festival. Check out the Bass Fishing Tournaments, plus live music at various locations on weekends and at Sunday brunches. There are tastings at local wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Visit The Boardwalk at Lake Anna (three miles away) for miniature golf, plus an arcade, a gear shop, an ice cream shop, and restaurants.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Dogs are welcome with an additional fee
* Please note: we ask you not to leave your dogs unattended in the home
All drivers of motorized watercraft must have a Virginia Boater Safety License
Fishing away from the dock requires a Virginia Fishing License
Water depth is approximately two to four

This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.

* Please note that a harmful algae bloom may be impacting the lake in this area. Please contact Vacasa for more info.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Dock details: Screened in sitting area. Dock (open & covered) with cleats for tying up your boat.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 28 years of age to book. Guests under 28 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Virginia

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

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
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 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

Property is also known as

Lakefront Dog friendly Home W/dock Firepit Water Toys
Nature Lovers Lakefront Home w/ a Beach Dock Fire Ring More!
Dog friendly lakefront home w/ a beach dock water toys more!
Nature lover’s lakefront home w/ a beach dock fire ring more!
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About the neighborhood

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Orange, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Anna State Park - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
  • North Anna Nuclear Information Center - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Lake Anna Winery - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
  • James Madison's Montpelier - 40 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim's at Lake Anna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cove at Lake Anna - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chateau MerrillAnne - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Hole Ciderworks - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more located?

This family-friendly Orange vacation home is located on the beach, steps from Lake Anna, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Belmont Park and Hunters Landing. Mineral Farmers Market and Lake Anna State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Nature lover’s lakefront home with a beach, dock, fire ring, & more Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken B., paris, va

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet weekend away
Low key week away to relax. Did some fishing but not a lot of luck. Hit several local restaurants and antique shops
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun at the Lake
Three generations of our family met at Serenity Now for a week filled with fun. The house had plenty of room
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Oasis
My husband, 6 month old daughter and I stayed here for a month while my husband worked in Louisa. The house is a beautiful, spacious and updated. The kitchen has everything you could need and more. We really enjoyed cooking and grilling during our stay. Lots of games and fun activities for the family. Great neighborhood for walking. We had to reach out to Vacasa and they were accommodating and responsive. All around great house and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and amenities!
House had perfect layout for our group. Younger folks and teenagers stayed downstairs and played pool and ping pong all night long. Older folks upstairs relaxed in peace and quiet. Unbelievably fully stocked kitchen! Not obvious from photos, there’s a fenced in yard area right off the house for dogs and small children, and there are several Adirondack chairs on both beach and dock, plus two upright paddle boards in addition to the kayaks/canoes listed. View from the living space upstairs is fabulous. Dock area great for both sun and shade lovers and also obviously for boat docking. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa B., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax
The location was very soothing and relaxing. The cleaners did a good job--the areas that I care the most about were properly cleaned--I don't care about having to wipe down the outside tables. The owners have recently bought new furniture, so everything was in great shape. The panty is stocked with every conceivable kitchen gadget imaginable. If you like to cook, the kitchen is a dream. For me, I only have two negatives: I had to work remotely for a 1/2 day and the internet is slow--like, it feels like the dark days of dial up, and I had to kick everyone off the WiFi so I could have it loan faster than a minute per page. It really took around 45 seconds to process each page, when they normally take around a second. That was frustrating, and I had to get caught up on work when I got home because I didn't accomplish everything due to slow internet. I have Verizon, and I was only getting 1 - 2 bars, so using my phone as a hotspot wasn't optional . Second, if you have your own kayak/SUP, I would recommend bring it. The inflatable SUPs are in great shape, but the YOLO SUP, is missing a fin. I used the sit-on-top kayak and the foot rests were missing which affected my balancing. The garage is packed with every game imaginable and different kids of floats, so you have tons of options.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephanie L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake Anna Serenity Now review
We enjoyed the views, making s’mores in the firepit, star gazing and relaxing in the hammock.The kitchen was well stocked. We enjoyed watching the eagles and herons.However, there are a lot of issues with this home.To start, we arrived to a home with a lot of dead bugs, dirty bed linens stacked up, black mold in the primary shower, trash in the bathroom drawers and a toilet on the main level that kept running.The pictures of the outside area on the listing do not portray the actual condition of the property.The area under the deck is full of weeds.The "sparkling pink sand" is in fact also covered with weeds and we were not able to sunbathe as the listing suggests. The dock had several loose, unsafe boards and rusty staples. The kayak had a large bee's nest. There were only 2 life vests and one kayak oar. Most of the outdoor toys in the garage were either missing pieces or covered in mouse feces.The basement bedroom smelled of cat urine.The primary bedroom had a window that was not even attached to the frame so it was cold at night and hot in the day and smelling firepit smoke. It felt like camping. The children’s toys in the backyard were broken. We also expected it to be quiet as the listing states but you can constantly hear the traffic on the Pamunkey Bridge on Route 522.I reached out to the local number listed on our reservation to no avail.I reached out to Vacasa many times and sent pictures but was just told to wait for the "local staff to resume duty” for a resolution.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Bethany P., Spartanburg, sc

Great for teens and adults, medium for small kids
Pros: The location is stunning! The house is large and spacious with lots of seating and kitchen supplies. The dock is lovely and there are tons of books, games, and movies. The fenced in yard is great for the kids and the beach was a hit! Cons: Unfortunately, so many items for kids under 8 were broken, missing, or otherwise unusable. The nearest store for replacements is over 20 minutes away. The play structures in the yard were broken in ways that made them actively dangerous. The only hose had been hit by a lawnmower and would not attach to the slip and slide from the garage. Most of the child-appropriate DVD cases were empty. Basically, the kids kept getting their hopes crushed. Also, the crib listed is an unsafe drop-side model. Otherwise, many of the dishes had been put away dirty and there were tons of dead bugs in the house. I tried contacting the management company and they repeatedly ghosted me. Overall, this would have been a great trip if our kids had been older, at this point though, this location brought unexpected frustrations.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t ask for anything more!
This house and property were amazing! The pictures of the dock and the lake look like out of a storybook. We had three families with small children, and it was perfect for a family get together. In the house it had a great pool table, ping-pong table, and tons of games to play. The daily amenities and cookware were also top notch. We definitely would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Great property with great amenities. Very well stocked and clean inside. Outside could use a little work. The deck and boat house are in need of repair and cleaning. WiFi was very weak. OK for our group but could be rough for some.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend away
The house was amazing! Thank you for having us. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maura R., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, beautiful view, lots of outdoor space
The open layout of this house is great for family gatherings. The kitchen has a huge island, a great stove, and double ovens. It was such a pleasure to cook in it. The layout of the bedrooms gives everyone private space to relax. Having 4 full bathrooms, what a luxury! The entire experience was fantastic. The property managers were responsive. The only recommendation I have is to have a few more nonstick pans - particularly a 12-inch pan. and more spatulas/tongs. All in all a GREAT place to spend time with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet place, big space
Was a great place no complaints. Had some issues with the stink bugs but not enough to maybe return in the future. Since it was end of October and the weather was moving towards cold was happy that the main room was large enough to handle us all with no real crowding. Create use of space especially with the bathrooms. Since it was mentioned in the remarks before wanted to say that all the rooms had TVs and the remotes all where there and worked.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Friendly Home
We really enjoyed being here. The house was clean, and had lots of amenities. It was a very family friendly home, and was a safe place to have three toddlers running around. We would rent this house again if we returned to Lake Anna
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Stephanie P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
July stay
The description was generally accurate except for the water depth. Says 2-4 but really 1-2 feet so you can't swim. There was algae in the water, also preventing us from swimming, paddleboarding, etc. No one from the management company informed us of the algae so it was good that my mother-in-law read about it online. It can cause skin rashes, vomiting, diarrhea. The "beach" is covered with weeds and the dock had the most spiders and spiderwebs I've ever seen. There was a wasp nest in the broken chair of an outdoor toy - fortunately my kids didn't get stung. There might be poison sumac growing under the deck, next to the table and chairs. The house itself was clean but there was a dead plant by the kitchen sink. It was nice having linens, towels, and soap provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space, lots of room, house could use some love
We had a great time at this property. It has lots of room, lots of toys, games, and movies to watch, and the lake access and grassy areas were awesome. It was very comfortable for us all - 8 people and 2 small children. The house could use a few updates: could use a house guide to know where things are and how they work (ie the sound system, where to go for groceries/restaurants, where to find boat supplies, etc) could use extra sheets and towels, could use some time getting rid of the bees around the entryways (lots of big bees), and fixing of the boats and stand up paddleboards. I would also recommend cleaning out some space in the kitchen or pantry for people to put their food - there was no extra space for this. Overall, I would recommend this house anytime - just needs a weekend of attention by the landlords.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and kid friendly
Beautiful view , plenty of room and lots of activities for the kids to do. Very nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd J., Newport News VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place very relaxing
Had everything and then some ! Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Marilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
The house and property were inviting and perfect for large family vacations. The one reason I did not give the house five stars was the condition of the dock and outside areas. Areas were overrun with wasps and spiders. It took 6 cans of wasp spray to get everything under control. My husband and two sons made it there mission the first day, after two wasp stings on the children in the play house. We did have an amazing time and the house really wonderful for extended family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oliver F.

Great home
Perfect size for a weekend getaway for three young families. Home very well outfitted. Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Mariya K.

Great getaway home
The house was beautiful and in very good condition it had everything we need even when it rains
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Brian m.

Great house although not boater friendly
the house was great for our family vacation (7 adults, 2 toddlers). The house has everything you need from things for kids to play with, a brand new gas grill that could cook for 20, ping pong, bicycles etc. It is in a very quiet neighborhood (end of cul de sac) and cove. The house is very well maintained. My only complaint is if you plan on bringing a boat. The cove is VERY shallow, you could walk across it, probably averages 11/2 ft. They dredged a path along the docks making it about 2.5-3'. I towed a 24.5' bowrider boat down and getting in and out of the cove took a lot of time (had to idle our way in/out with prop almost fully raised) not to mention the damage to the boat (gel coat gashes, dinged SS prop) that occurred from hitting things in the cove. Pontoons and jet boats wouldn't have much of an issue but I would not recommend anything else there. I wish this was made aware to me as I mentioned bringing a boat down from NJ.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017