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Terrace/patio
TV, video games, DVD player, foosball
On the beach
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Hot Tub

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly

Sweet Carolina

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Sweet Carolina is the ultimate lakefront getaway—dog-friendly and packed with three levels of fun. New for your comfort: the entire HVAC system was recently replaced! Rain or shine, the spacious basement game room ensures non-stop entertainment with two classic arcade games and a Nintendo Switch available for guest use. You'll also enjoy fast 330 Mbps internet, updated TVs, Blu-ray, foosball, and an arcade-style basketball game.

Outdoors, take advantage of the private hot tub, four kayaks, lakeside fire pit, shuffleboard, and horseshoe pits. This stunning property boasts over 500 feet of bulkheaded shoreline with steps into the water. The perfectly flat lot makes for an easy walk to and from the lake, and deep water near the dock ensures hassle-free boating. A double bay boathouse includes two rooms—one with a full-size refrigerator and a roll-up bar door for easy lakeside entertaining, and another for lake gear storage.

What's nearby:
You'll be staying in a family-friendly and quiet neighborhood, perfect for families traveling with kids. The boat launch is at Dukes Creek Marina - a launch fee applies. The home is located on the public side of Lake Anna.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Two dogs (dogs may never be left unattended) with an additional fee
All drivers of a motorized watercraft must have a Virginia Boater Safety License
All fishing will require a Virginia Fishing License
The closest boat launch is located at Dukes Creek Marina (may be a fee to launch)
*Please note that there are local noise ordinances that you and your guests must adhere to. Parties or violations of maximum occupancy and minimum age run the risk of eviction.

This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.

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 8 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Dock details: Private dock



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 27 years of age to book. Guests under 27 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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

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 2.

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, 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

18130

About the neighborhood

Map
Bumpass, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Dukes Creek Marina - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Lake Anna Winery - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Lake Anna Marina - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • North Anna Nuclear Information Center - 34 min drive - 24.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Gran Patron - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Taphouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Hole Ciderworks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Winery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bumpass vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Anna and Dukes Creek Marina. Lake Anna Marina and Lake Anna Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lakefront home with private hot tub, kayaks & boathouse - dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

The property was perfect. You can tell the owner takes pride in the house.
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10/10

Beautiful views and very relaxing! Kitchen is well stocked!

10/10

Great location and very comfortable house for a large family. Enjoyed our time on the lake and all the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10

Great view. Nice house. Plenty of space. Quick follow up from our guest service rep.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

We had a great time here with friends and their families including 3 small kids and a dog. In response to some of the previous reviews which stated the house was ‘dirty’, we completely disagree. The inside of the house, including all 6 bedrooms and bathrooms, was immaculate. The kitchen was very well stocked. The internet was fast, TVs and video games worked without any problem. The lakefront property and beach were absolutely beautiful. Some of the screen doors had some dirt and cobwebs but what do you expect? It’s a lake house in the woods! Overall we had a great time and would definitely stay at this property in the future. Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10

The house needs a good clean. There are cobwebs on the bedroom lamps. The hot tub was green. The windows and sliding doors are filthy. I’ve seen the same feedback from previous guests this summer and I was hoping it would have been addressed by now
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Our family enjoyed the stay at this residence but the beds in most rooms were very soft so we all ended sleeping on the floor. One of the room had bed bugs. Other than that, we all enjoyed most of our time on the boathouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

4/10

Nice location, some maintenance areas in serious need of attention. Better dusting/surface cleaning badly needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10

This house has not been cared for in a long time. There are many things that can be overlooked but the lack of cleanliness and maintenance made it less of a vacation. The two good things were the grill and boat dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10

We’ve stayed at a number of Lake Anna homes and this is -by far- the nicest. The waterfront lake house and beach area are great! Home is spacious and comfortable! The only down sides are 1. The bedroom without a bathroom as others mentioned. 2. The Wi-Fi is terrible— although that seems to be a constant in this area. 3. The outdoor furniture cushions at the lake either aren’t there or are filthy. (Suggest getting furniture that doesn’t require cushions.). We would definitely consider renting this house again!

8/10

Property was a great size for our family-8 adults and 4 children and 2 dogs. Having two boat slips for the 2 boats and a nice boathouse was wonderful. Beach was great ! Those are pluses. One of these reviews says the refrigerator was a new one (sorry-we stayed here 3 years ago and the refrigerator was the same and falling apart then). The outside patio furniture should be pitched-cushions are filthy and there are lots of holes in the rattan. The dishwasher also not repaired-almost fell out of its place and broke someone's foot while it was being loaded the first night. Tv in our master bedroom never worked .Dining room chair still broken There was a new bed delivered for the broken one and the falling diswasher got fixed after we called.Kitchen pans pretty gross. This could be a great deal-location and amenities but please-we paid a lot for our stay-need to fix up this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

4/10

I loved the house and the location but I felt like I was walking up to an abandoned home with all the spider webs on the front door and all around the outside of the house. I took pictures in disbelief (and my heart sank) as I walked up to the home. And yes, a few spiders were found on the inside of the house. We found several dirty dishes upon arrival, and several places in the home that were not clean. There was a dirty rug in the bathroom on second floor. There were 2 coffee pots on the kitchen counter but only one worked. The top piece of the microwave kept popping off every time we opened it. There was a broken candlestick left behind when we arrived and pieces of someone’s broken sunglasses were found in view under the table.The grass needed cutting too! I was so very disappointed in the upkeep of the home. It could and should be so much better than it was.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

4/10

This is the second time we've rented on Lake Anna and we were very disappointed. When we arrived at the house, it was very dirty. The sink was a mess, the floors hadn't been cleaned and there were cobwebs everywhere. Then we realized there was no water. After I called vacasa, they did send people out to do a touch-up clean and maintenance on the well. We were without water for about 3 hours, that meant no bathrooms after a 3 hour trip. We were told to limit our showers and not to run the water much or the well could run dry again. The dishwasher about fell on top of my cousin while bending down loading it bc it isn't secured. And don't lean on the deck railings bc they are really loose and felt unsafe. Other than all that, the house was a great size and the property was beautiful. If these issues were taken care of prior to our arrival, like it should have been, it would have been a great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10

Great location. Nice home. Fantastic dock. However, many things in state of disrepair. Drawers and shelves in refrigerators broken. Dining room chairs falling apart, in some places held together with zip ties. Drawer face broken off in kitchen. Bunk beds rickety. Tried tightening, but screws and bolts missing. Kids were scared to sleep in the bunks and chose the sofas and floors instead. Grill on main level had front handle broken off and grill did not have propane. Grill on ground level was a cheap and low quality, but it did work. One of the video game consoles on the ground floor did not work. Some reviews complained about property being dirty. The inside was reasonably clean, but there are broken parts from various parts of the house just sort of laying around. The outside is a different issue. The home is badly in need of being power washed, the screens and sliding screen doors are falling apart, and there are broken parts (sometimes from inside) laying around in places. Fantastic location and a great property we’d 100% stay at again IF the state of repair is addressed. Some is probably repair, but frankly some is money needs to be put in replacing a bunch of things.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10

The is place could be great! The location is really nice, and the WiFi is good. Other than those two things there isn’t much good to say. When I booked the home in April of 2024 it listed as 7 bedrooms, a few weeks before our arrival I noticed it changed to 3 bedrooms. No one was able to give me an answer or assure me that our group would still fit but we went anyway hopeful it would work out. We arrived to 6 bedrooms and some bunk beds in the basement rec area and a VERY dirty home. The air duct in the kitchen is covered in a thick layer of grease and dust, dog hair was everywhere, the sofa and chairs are so stained we didn’t want to sit on them without putting a blanket down first. Only 1 TV in the whole house works. I was told they were coming to fix that but the maintenance person was not able to and the xfinity rep never came. The hot tub was unusable because the chemicals were not right and it smelled terrible (and not like chlorine). There were lights filled with dead bugs, a major ant issue in the kitchen that caused us to lose a lot of food, lights that don’t work for the path to the dock, the dock furniture requires cushions but there are none so it’s terribly uncomfortable, the house and dock are both in need of repairs and maintenance but it’s clear that the property management company is content to continue to let things deteriorate. I reported issues and was told they were sorry but nothing ever got resolved. For the price paid I was expecting a little more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

We had a great family vacation at the lake house! There is plenty of space for everyone. The beach entry is great and the boat house is awesome. I agree with most of the reviews, damaged cabinets, small holes in the walls, non working TVs and water pressure issues. None of these issues were that big of a deal and did not stop us from having a great time.
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10/10

The house was very nice, plenty of space and interior was very accommodating. Kitchen was lacking a few things - wine opener, scissors, but overall worked well. Location was fantastic! That's why you're at the lake - for the views and access to the water. The boat house and dock were great, kids loved the beach and kayaks/paddleboards. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10

We visiting Lake Anna for my daughters 20th birthday and had family and friends staying with us. The yard, beach, and dock were all great. We rented a boat during our visit and there were two marina's close by (for fuel and supplies) and the home is centrally located on the lake with easy access to the north and south of the 208 bridge. There was a nice shaded area on the deck that is just outside of the dining/living room and the same down at the dock. The house was clean, well equiped, and suitable for groups of all sizes. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Had a great time. Few small fixes with the house and it could be 5 star. Needs a deep clean, multiple stains on couch, outside cushions also have a lot if stains. One sink required us to buy drano. Some ling hairs in another sink upon arrival. Beds are not very comfortable Location, perfect Dock, top notch Outdoor fire pit, nice addition Floats and water equipment, nice Overall nice place, for the price I wish it was a little cleaner. 4/5 stars Be ready to walk some stairs!! Helps work off the s'mores:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10

There were plenty of water toys. Great patio and fire pit. Watching the sunset over the water in front of the fire was unbelievable. The property in general is very nice. Plenty of things to do inside if it rains. Games for every age group. Beach was great. Everything you need is located right at the waters edge.

10/10

Nice, large size home with a great boat house and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

6/10

Read until the end of the review to really evaluate if this property is for you! Pro: Easy to find, easy to get into! *close to Dukes marina & about 10 mins from Lake Anna Taphouse / other food options Lots of rooms, different size of beds and rooms with bathrooms attached Huge kitchen! Has a lot of items you would need Boat dock! Good if you re renting a boat over night Cons: Dirty! Lots of water damage and spider webs every where. I get we re at the lake, I grew up in a rural area, going to a cabin. But this place is not cared for. There is mold growing on the ceiling in the basement. THE FURNITURE has stains everywhere (for example, hard white spots on the couch in the basement, the chair in the living room by the kitchen has a huge stain on it, the curtains - a tan color, stains everywhere) The beds - not comfortable at all. We used all the rooms and everyone but one room Complained that the beds were lumpy or uncomfortable. The pillows are flat/old - so if you rent BRING YOUR OWN. The dishwasher smells of mildew and has mold in the bottom. We chose to hand wash our dishes the first day then went out and bought paper plates and silverware. It smelled so bad after it ran! The grass was very long and full of weeds, so it was hard for us to play yard games or the kids to play out there. They did come day 3 to mow, but think they would have arranged this prior to guests coming and paying as they use it for a selling point The outside - full of bugs and spiders/spider webs, it doesn’t seem as they ever spray or power wash outside in preparation for guests. We couldn’t use any of the furniture outside as it was covered in dirt and webs. Down at the dock…. The fans and lights didn’t work. We did notify them but no one ever came. I personally won’t rent the space again. Though it’s a great location and great for a big house, the cleanliness of it is just too extreme for what we paid per night. The lack of communication was also disheartening for what we paid as we had two issues when we were there. Best of luck!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10

The waterfront is amazing. Perfect walk-in beach, wonderful supply of inflatable water toys. Awesome kayaks. Nice fire pit chairs nearby. Fun dock for jumping. Also, the view of the sunsets was like no other. It truly feels idyllic! Downstairs rec room was fun and handy with the 1.5 extra refrigerators. Upstairs kitchen and family room was very nice with open layout. Also, very nice that all bathrooms came with handsoap and basic toiletries. Only major issues to be aware of are the bedrooms, water supply, and baby gates. One of the middle rooms has a double-bed, not a Queen. Also, one of the middle King rooms has no bathroom, and since that floor has no hall bath, you need to walk downstairs to use a bath that's already shared btw 2 bedrooms. So, that's more of a pain than you might realize esp if not everyone is close family. Also, we had no water issues at all, but there was signage in the kitchen saying you need to space out showers. It's possible this issue has been fixed with external water tanks, which is wonderful. If so, please remove the sign so everyone is not so paranoid about a septic problem. Finally, be aware that the babygates aren't adequate, even though they look to be fine in the pictures. Overall, we had a great time, but rest was a bit of a challenge.
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10/10

We stayed at this property back on March 2020 when pandemic started. Loved it and stayed for 7 weeks. Had to go back home for work. Now we are back and it feels like home. Plenty of rooms for the whole family. 3 levels of fun and coziness. They built a new beach area which it was amazing. Swimming or canoe distance for the best fun spot at the lake. Volleyball net and tables on the lake to have fun. Already making plans for our next stating there.

10/10

Overall we had a great stay and get away. I saw some complaints about the amount of well water and running out and such but had none of those issues. Only issue we had was on the second day the master toilets tank got jammed and flooded the bathroom. We cleaned it all up because we didn’t hear back from the property manager until the next day. Outside of that issue we had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021