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Escape to the North Carolina countryside at this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Benson vacation rental, nestled on a working rescue farm with walking paths and a waterfall. Fall in love with the surrounding scenery, go fishing on-site or explore Juniper Level Botanic Garden nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat

  • Pet Friendly w/ Fee | 6-Acre Peregrine Lake On-Site | 2 Kayaks Provided

    Trade your daily stresses for an escape to the North Carolina countryside when you book this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Benson vacation rental. The delightful cabin is located on a 30-acre working rescue farm with donkeys, horses, goats, dogs, and cats, as well as natural features like walking paths and a waterfall. Fall in love with the surrounding scenery, unwind by the lake, or tour the Juniper Level Botanic Garden.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
    - Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed w/ twin trundle bed
    - Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    - Private, fenced patio w/ seating & charcoal grill
    - 2 kayaks
    - Walking paths, natural waterfall, fish & turtles on-site
    - Donkeys, horses, goats, dogs & cats on-site

    INDOOR LIVING
    - Smart TV, fireplace
    - Desk, dining table
    - 2 walk-in closets

    KITCHEN
    - Dishwasher, fridge, oven, 4-burner stovetop
    - Microwave, Crockpot, toaster, toaster oven
    - Keurig coffee maker
    - Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
    - Island

    GENERAL
    - Free WiFi
    - Central air conditioning, ceiling fans
    - Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
    - Washer/dryer, laundry detergent
    - Trash bags/paper towels
    - Keyless entry

    FAQ
    - 5 exterior security cameras (facing out)
    - Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
    - No fishing permitted

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - Single-story property, stairs required to access

    PARKING
    - Driveway (3 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - Peregrine Lake access on-site
    - 16 miles to Juniper Level Botanic Garden
    - 21 miles to The Rudy Theatre
    - 28 miles to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
    - 31 miles to ZipQuest - Waterfall & Treetop Adventure
    - 42 miles to Raleigh-Durham Int’l Airport

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required at check-in

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    - The single-story property requires stairs to access
    - The property is located on a working rescue farm. There are donkeys, horses, goats, dogs, and cats on site
    - Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the main building and faces the lake. Camera 2 is on the office and faces the rescue building. Camera 3 is on the pole and faces the driveway. Camera 4 faces the dog/goat pen. Camera 5 is on the front of the cabin and faces the lake. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras do not record video or sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay
    - Fishing is not permitted on-site

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

About the area

Located in Benson, this cabin is on the waterfront. Singing Grove and Steps On Stage Academy Of Performing Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Middle Creek Commons and Sheetz Commons. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center or Barker-Lane Stadium. Visit our Benson travel guide
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Benson, NC

What's nearby

  • Autumn shoreline of Tucker Lake with mirrored reflections in calm water, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA
    Tucker Lake
    6 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Gregory Vineyard
    6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Steps On Stage Academy Of Performing Arts
    6 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Benson Museum of Local History
    8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Singing Grove
    8 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Selma Station
    25 min drive
  • Fayetteville, NC (FAY-Fayetteville Regional)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Fiesta Mexicana Downtown Benson
    9 min drive
  • Fiesta Mexicana Hwy 210
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gregory Vineyard, Benson Museum of Local History and Mary Duncan Public Library. Singing Grove and Community Park Expantion are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Lakeside Farm Sanctuary! 30-Acre Benson Retreat Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Benson NC

Great property, we enjoyed our stay amongst the rescue animals!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

Beautiful and Relaxing :) Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great peaceful getaway

The rescue farm and cottage are lovely, and made for a very peaceful getaway. The location is very convenient to Benson, and locale provides lovely areas to walk and enjoy nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Great property rental for animal lovers. Enjoyed all the different animals and the sunsets sitting on the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Jerry the owner of the property is a fantastic host and a great person. He had candy for the kids and fresh fruit for our stay. The animals are such a great addition and the scenic setting is a bonus everyday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation Home!

We loved the farm and all of the animals there. The house has been upgraded and is clean and very well appointed with everything you need for a perfect vacation in the Benson area. My wife and I were there with our dogs and we can’t wait to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Change of scenery

We needed a change of scenery and that is exactly what we got. Cute place and lots of peace.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kayleigh E.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our stay was fine. There is an overall smell of cat pee and several stains on the furniture. We felt like we were being watched by the owner and animal caretakers. We were scolded for driving too fast down the driveway and immediately started to be more careful but the owner continued to give dirty looks. The house is nice and we enjoyed visiting with the rescue animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Peaceful

This is the perfect place to make your staycation whatever you want it to be. We chose the peaceful route. Sitting outside on the porch, listening to the animals, watching the all of Gods amazing creatures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, quiet, and relaxing atmosphere

We really enjoyed our talks with Mr. Jerry (the property owner) and watching the animals, sitting on the dock enjoying the pond, and the waterfall. The cabin/house is just beautiful and has a great view of the pond from the living room seating area. Mr.Jerry has a lot of awesome plans for the future. We will definitely visit again and I can't wait to see his visions come to fruition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

What a view

Our stay was a girls trip, our main goal was to find a safe place with nearby food and a view. We got that in spades! Add adorable animals and one of the nicest hosts we’ve ever met makes for a place we can’t wait to go back to.We try to leave places better than we find them but it was nearly impossible as the home was so clean. You can’t even tell it’s pet friendly. The bed is high but extremely comfortable. There’s an on demand water heater which makes for perfect showers.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Experience

We traveled to Benson to have a birthday celebration with family from Raleigh. The minute I saw this place on VRBO, I knew it would be amazing. The home was absolutely beautiful and well appointed. The views of the lake were picturesque. From the time we arrived, we were welcomed with open arms by Jerry (The owner) and his staff. What an incredible sight to see. So many beautiful animals were rescued by him. Animals that others either discarded or abused. My husband and I tried to help out as much as possible. We helped do therapy with a goat that cannot walk. It was such an uplifting experience to see him stronger and stronger each day. We also gave the dogs, cats, horses and donkeys treats every day. I can't thank Jerry and his staff enough for their warm hospitality and welcoming us into their lives.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candid C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valeria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome perfect stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this sweet home! Our family had a great time and experience! Will definitely be returning. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Little slice of heaven

My family and I have had a really rough last couple of a months with a cancer diagnosis in our family. We needed a break from the real world and were lucky enough to stay at Jerry’s beautiful home. This place was a little slice of heaven. From the beautiful pond view to all of the SWEET and loving animals. This was exactly what our family needed. We are sad our trip is over but will definitely be booking again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this house and property! The owner, who is on-site working daily, is very sweet. We already have plans to book again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deloris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed helping walk dogs and petting the horse and cats. The folks here are doing the Lord's work. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time here. The host was very friendly. We loved spending time with the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C Dixon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed the grounds and location

The grounds with the animals was great. The location is of the road and leaves you feeling secluded.
The view of property across the lake
Waterfall of the trail
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the entire property! The cats were so special! Cried when we had to leave Binx behind. The house is super clean and comfortable. Enjoyed our daily visits with Scarlett and all the other cuddly kitties!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RENEE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Relaxation

Wonderful home on beautiful land. Perfect for a get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Beautiful house and setting! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mornings on the farm were amazing. Peaceful, calm and loved watching the birds and livestock. The house was cozy, clean and charming. Will definitely look to rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well appointed. There were lots of little touches that made us feel welcome. The animals on the property were so sweet, especially the cats. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025