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Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Bracey, VA
  • Lake Gaston
    5 min walk
  • Rosemont Vineyards
    6 min drive
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir
    39 min drive
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    57 min drive

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About the area

Bracey

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Gaston and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Rosemont Vineyards. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 4 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers an outdoor pool, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Bracey holiday home include La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park.

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 5 min walk
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 6 min drive
  • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital Thomas W. Leggett Center - 29 min drive
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 39 min drive
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove

*** In response to COVID-19, we are following CDC guidelines regarding sanitation using only products on the CDC and FDA approve lists of household disinfectants. All high-touch surfaces are disinfected between each reservation for your safety. ***

Dawn on the Lake is a cheery, well-maintained home situated on a large waterfront lot on Poplar Creek off Lake Gaston. With four bedrooms and four full baths, it’s the ideal place for a family vacation, holiday gathering, tying the knot, or even a quiet, romantic weekend. No matter the season, Dawn on the Lake is the perfect place to social distance, relax and get away from it all.

The house has three cozy levels nestled into the bank of the Poplar creek. The road or upper-level contains a five-space parking area connected to the house by a raised walkway. The upper-level entrance is equipped with a smart lock. Covered in bamboo flooring, the upper-level has two bedrooms that share a full bath: the Thunderbolt Room has a king-size bed and a double-size futon; and, the Bowtie Room has a queen-size bed.

The laminated main or middle-level has an open floor plan with a living room, eat-in kitchen, entertainment area, and full bath. The kitchen is well-equipped with a flat-top stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, Keurig, coffee grinder, toaster, and refrigerator, and is stocked with plates, bowls, glasses, coffee mugs, silverware, pots, pans, and utensils. The dining table seats eight, and the kitchen has a breakfast bar with seven stools in the entertainment area. The living room and entertainment area are perfect gathering spots and serve as additional sleeping areas with a pull-out queen-size sofa bed. The living room opens up to a large screened-in deck with a ceiling fan where you can relax and enjoy the sunset over the lake. The unscreened portion of the deck has a gas grill and exterior steps which lead to the lake-level and lower parking.

The lake-level has two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The Moon Room with its stunning lake-view is furnished with a king-size bed and contains an ensuite full bath. The Seashell Room has a queen-size bed and a double-size futon. The lake-level has a separate full bath, and the gathering room between the bedrooms has a double-size futon. On the lake-level you will find a full-sized washer/dryer, a second refrigerator, and an exterior exit to another parking area with three additional parking spaces.

Dawn on the Lake provides outdoor activities for the whole family. The lakeside front yard is grass-covered and perfect for play, swinging under the pergola, or a good night story next to the fire pit under the night sky filled with stars. The property has a private pier equipped with rubber bumpers from which you can safely fish, float, and swim. The water is relatively shallow, so jumping or diving from the dock is not permitted. If you have a boat, you can launch at the recreational area just minutes away and dock at the pier. The beautiful, wide creek is great for water skiing, jet skiing, fishing, or just cruising. A canoe and kayak are available for your use. Paddles are included, but be sure to bring your own life jackets.

The house is child-friendly, but not child-proof. There are emergency exits on each level. Each level is equipped with a fire extinguisher: on the upper level, at the entrance to the house; on the middle level, in front of the refrigerator; and on the lower level, by the door. Board games are available for use, and the house has TVs and a DVD player. The house is climate controlled with heat and air conditioning on all three levels. Linens and towels are provided, but must be washed, dried, and returned to their original location upon departure. Check-in is 4:00 pm. Check-out is 10:00 am. The cleaning crew arrives at 10:30 am.

Property manager

Dawn Nguyen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: All pet waste must be cleaned from the property.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove Bracey

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove have a pool?

Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove has a communal pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove?

No, Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra T.

Lake House
Dawn was very accommodating and very responsive. The main living room /kitchen area was a great space to share family time together. Everyone enjoyed swimming in the lake, using the canoe and paddle boat! We enjoyed a day of golf as well! A great place to build lasting memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
This was a very nice place with lots of room. Enjoyed every minute. I was shocked that the pool cost $7 per person/ per day, I thought it was included with the stay. Other than that it was good, we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy M., Clayton

Gaston
Enjoyed our stay. House could have been cleaner but we enjoyed the property. We were able to float in lake and fish with the grandkids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri R., Washington, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The property had everything we needed. Very well stocked. I wish we had been allowed to use the neighborhood ramp to drop off our jet skis without paying $7 but the public ramp wasn't far so we used that instead.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Reanna L.

Family Father's Day Vacation Gift
Had a great time. The property was nice. It was s little out dated and the extras to use such as life vests and kayaks were in dinky condition, so we didnty want to use them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake Vacation
The house was large enough to accommodate my group of six adults and three children. With three levels there are stairs so folks with mobility issues may have problems. The neighborhood and the whole lake gave off a safe, low key, uncrowded, family vibe. Everyone we met on the water or on land gave us a smile or wave. The house is close to the end of one of the creek arms off the main lake. There is a two-person canoe with paddles, a one-person kayak without a paddle and a two-person paddle boat that looks like it has not been used in a while. We rented a ponton boat from a local marina who dropped off and picked up from the house's bock. Caught catfish casting a bottom rig with sausage straight out from the house dock. Caught smaller fish using a very small hook, bobber, worm set- up in the morning and evening as small fish move into and out of the vegetation to the left of the dock. Host was responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet lakefront house
Great location on a quiet part of the lake. Great deck, dining area and beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

LINDSAY R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Week
Fun week with family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
Our family felt right at home in this cozy house. We especially loved and appreciated the lake access, our canoe ride to the swimming area, the screened-in porch with soothing chimes, and well stocked kitchen! We had everything we needed for a fun family vacation with our adult children. We boated in the sun all day, and played board games at the table every evening. Made for lasting memories for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W., Overland Park, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice lakefront rental
We rented this house and another just down the street for a family reunion. This house was very comfortable and it was very nice to hang out in the water and the lawn area. It was very hot the week we were there and so floating in the water was enjoyable. The house was as advertised and all worked well. The washing of the bed linens and towels prior to leaving with a 10:00am checkout was not ideal and I really wish there had been another option. We knew that coming in, but it made for an early morning for all on checkout day. Owner was responsive with any of our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Frank M.

Bracey Lake House
We had a wonderful stay at the lake house. The weather was hot and humid but the lake was a perfect temperature. The dock was very convenient for my boat even though the depth finder showed some areas that got pretty shallow (<3 feet). By the end of the week, I discovered what areas to avoid (forewarned about stumps). There is a semi-private boat ramp about 2 blocks away that is small but worked well to launch and retrieve my 17 foot bowrider. The creek where the house resides leads to Lake Gaston with about a 5 minute boat ride. If you wanted a break from the lake, there is a club house pool at the golf course entrance, that for a small fee, we enjoyed for a day. We didn't bring our clubs but the golf course looked nice. Some things to consider or suggestions: Bring your groceries. There are grocery stores but they are about 20 miles away. If you like to watch TV, there is only 1 on the 2nd floor. I know its vacation - but there are no TVs besides 1. Thankfully we brought an iPad to catch up on the news before bed. Also the Wi-Fi doesn't extend to the dock. Meaning during the day, streaming music over a blue tooth speaker was tedious but we figured out a system through trial and error. Other than that, we will definitely be back. It was a perfect 3 hour get-away and the host was very accommodating. We live at the beach but the lake was a welcome change. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation on the lake!
Our experience was amazing! The house was perfect and very open with plenty of space for all of us. The location was also great and the lake view was beautiful! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Regina P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
4th of July fun
We had lots of fun! Was amazing how festive the neighbors were with fireworks for the holiday! Dock area was very shallow lots stumps had a bit of issues with the boat we rented due to stumps rocks near dock! Otherwise everything was amazing we enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome time!
Beautiful house, awesome location, excellent service from the host.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday!
Such a large property with great outdoor and indoor spaces for large groups! We enjoyed spending time on our boat in Lake Gaston :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pooja A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
We had a great time at this house for our family vacation. We loved all the amenities, and the house was very clean upon arrival. The host Dawn was always very friendly and gracious in her communication. We were so thankful to have this time together and look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at Lake Gaston
The amenities were great. The beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed using the canoe, kayak, board games, cds and fire pit. The only complaint is having to wash the sheets and towels before departure. We ended up using our own, because we saw no way to get them all washed before checking out at 10:00 am.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We had a nice stay at Thanksgiving with family - the host Dawn was very accommodating and was fast to answer my questions prior to our stay so we knew what to pack to be able to cook Thanksgiving dinner in the house (for 9 people). The house was a great size to accommodate our group, although the kitchen could use some additional plates/silverware. We loved the kayak and canoe provided - they were great to explore the quiet part of the lake the house is situated on. We had some issues with hot water and the dishwasher not working, but Dawn was quick to get a repairman to the house to address the problem. Overall, it was a nice place to spend a few days over the Thanksgiving holiday with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and great house for family to stay
Whole family had a blast at this place. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melia H., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
All enjoyed vacationing on the lake. The dock gave easy access to boats & water & the kayaking was great. There is a nice “park/playground” nearby with sand and shallow water access for the ‘Littles’ . House has large pots & pans for cooking for a crowd.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

LeeAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Celebration
We held our family Celebration at the lake house. The pictures are accurate. The view of the lake was amazing. We really had a relaxing time and loved the quiet we had. I highly recommend renting a boat nearby, we loved being able to dock the boat right there at the house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Everything was very nice. Lake was beautiful and we enjoyed being out every day. Tha k you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation-7/10-7/16
The property was nice and fit our family nicely. The open space on the 2nd floor was a nice size and comfortable to relax and play games. We enjoyed the screened in porch. We picked this property because we didn't want stairs going to the water with the kids. The cove was very quite which we also enjoyed. There is a boat ramp/community area in the subdivision but you have to pay extra per day to use. We were not aware of this until we went there to use the ramp. The things that we didn't like about this property is that we all have Verizon and we had no service or 1 bar the whole time. Internet is satellite and we were not able to watch TV it kept buffering. WiFi was super slow so we were pretty much off the grid all week. The dishwasher wasn't working while we were there. The grill didn't work very well. The water at the dock was very shallow. We had to keep reminding the kids that they could not jump off the dock so they would not get hurt. One day someone showed up to pump the septic tank and the homeowner did not let us know they were coming. The next day someone came to mow the grass, again we did not know. We had our chairs, kayaks, etc in the yard. He was nice and said he would come back after we checked out. We knew ahead of time that we had to wash all linens prior to checkout. We washed the towels the night before but it was definitely a struggle to get all sheets washed and dried by checkout. Communication could have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gena N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We enjoyed spending time with our adult children, spouses and grandkids. The layout of your home was perfect for such a group. Thank you for allowing us this opportunities and the memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene & Relaxing
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time here. The house was laid out perfectly for our large family gathering of 12 with all the common areas on the middle level. The screened back deck with hammock and gorgeous view of the lake was my favorite place to relax. We enjoyed using the canoe provided, however did not use the kayak because there was no paddle, only canoe oars. Swimming by the dock was enjoyable because the lake temperature was perfectly cool and it was shallow enough to not be alarming. One of the boards that the ladder hooks onto was broken so my husband tied that side of the ladder to the board underneath to make it safe. The beach area was very close and has a fun slide in the lake. Dawn is very timely and gracious in her communication. Maintenance was needed (the dishwasher didn't work and the grill was very greasy and didn't work), but the house and location were perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022