Escape to Still Waters Refuge, where you'll unwind in a luxurious lakefront cottage. Enjoy expansive views of Lake Gaston with plenty of windows and outdoor seating for 20+, including the boathouse and party deck. Two private master suites offer intimacy, while a game room and kayaks provide endless fun.
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Entire home
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20490 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20
Still. Waters. Refuge. These three words describe the lifestyle you'll enjoy while on vacation in a luxurious cottage on the lake. This craftsman-style home features BREATHTAKING SUNSETS on an expansive area of Lake Gaston! Windows galore greet you the moment you walk into the home reminding you of why you came. Bright & airy living spaces with vaulted ceilings and an open floor plan allow you to truly relax and decompress. Living spaces transition seamlessly into a fully stocked culinary kitchen with large center island, wine cooler, granite countertops and hickory hardwood floors! A casual breakfast bar seats 6 comfortably. Two additional tables (6 and 4) seat up to 10 more inside. More options are available with exterior seating for 10 more! TWO private master suites (1 on main and 1 in basement) with spacious rooms allow for intimate "getaway" time even when hosting large groups. Remaining sleeping areas have either Queen, Twin or Bunk beds with endless options for ensuring kids and adults have appropriate spaces. The walk-out basement is a perfect place to flop for kids young and old offering plenty to do for large groups even on rainy days! Enjoy a game of pool, TV in the living area, a game of cards or board games at a dedicated gaming table or just relax and watch the kids entertain themselves! THEN...there's the BOATHOUSE!!! Many guests spend their entire time at this fabulous dock reading, sun bathing, swimming, boating, eating and talking while the sun sets on another perfect day. This unique dock area is equipped with swinging chairs and cheerfully colored Adirondak chairs for comfortable casual setting to kick back, relax and soak in the sunsets! Want to deepen that tan? Grab a drink and head topside to the party deck. Feel like you need to get up and move around a bit? Not one to sit still? Why not set off on an adventure and explore nearby coves, islands and wildlife with the kayaks provided for your enjoyment! All this and more, is conveniently located close to Wal-Mart, Food Lion, gas stations, restaurants, marina, dog boarding and local winery. Just 5 minutes off of I-85 between Raleigh & Richmond.
Security Camera Disclosure: We take your privacy very seriously. However, this home is monitored by exterior security cameras in the following locations: Doorbell camera facing driveway (front door) Front of House camera covering front yard & entrance 2 Side of house cameras covering sides of the house Garage door camera covering driveway AC Unit & Generator Camera Back Deck & Grill Camera (lakeside) Back Deck & stairs (lakeside) Back Patio right side (lakeside) Back Patio left side (lakeside)
Nearest Boat Launch (10 min): Holly Grove Marina, Bracey, VA Nearest Grocery: Dollar General Store, Bracey, VA (5 min) or Food Lion & Walmart, South Hill, VA
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
General
Unit size: 5,276 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Bracey, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. South Hill Model Train Museum and Colonial Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rosemont Vineyards and South Hill Country Club. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Bracey travel guide
Is Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20 located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston and within 12 miles (20 km) of Rosemont Vineyards and La Crosse Town Park. La Crosse Caboose Park is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away.
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Still Waters Refuge | Main Lake Luxury w/ Spectacular Sunset Views of Lake Gaston! | Sleeps 20 Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Well stocked, plenty of room for the whole family. Nice outdoor space, large kitchen & gathering areas. We will be adding this home to the list to revisit every year.
Beautiful, large property. Well kept.
Bracey is a pretty sparse town. If you like lake activities, great place with amazing boat dock. We really enjoyed being there and the property manager Les was always there to help when we had a question or small issue.
Fabulous stay over a long weekend. Plenty of room for everyone and very nicely appointed.
The kitchen was very well stocked for all our needs.
The boat house was fabulous and access to the float toys Kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and float mats were a welcome.
Very responsive when we had questions or when we needed maintenance work.
Highly recommend!
It’s 2020, what could possibly go right?!? Still Waters Retreat! Huge house allowed for plenty of social distancing! From the kitchen to the dock this house was stocked. Everyone had a great week in a year where not much has gone right. Thank you!
Ellen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Danielle Rehman
12 Aug 2022
The house is great overall.
The house is great overall. Very clean, beds were comfortable,kitchen was stocked with all you need and more. We have been renting for years and this was a top pick. Like I mentioned above, garbage should not be a concern for the guest. The sewage smell outback should be addressed, there is a problem there. The dock could use a good cleaning. It clearly was not done all summer. Lack of communication is an issue. Majority of my emails went unanswered. The team member that came to bring us garbage pails was a very pleasant gentleman.
Danielle Rehman
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annette Langdon
8 Aug 2022
Each time our group of 18 takes a family vacation, we say it is the best one.
Each time our group of 18 takes a family vacation, we say it is the best one. So….THIS WAS THE BEST ONE! It was easy to relax, have fun together, and make great memories! Still Waters Refuge was the perfect place, and I am glad I chose it for our fifth family vacation spot! All team members that we needed to communicate with were extremely courteous and helpful.
All went well. Everyone in our group was satisfied.
Joy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer Fowler
8 Aug 2021
Still Water Refuge is a great house! We loved the location, as it wasn’t in such a busy area.
Still Water Refuge is a great house! We loved the location, as it wasn’t in such a busy area. The house is beautiful and had anything we could have possibly needed to make our stay comfortable! There was plenty of room for our large family to gather, but also have separate space. The sunset views are simply gorgeous! Les was so great at answering all of our questions and assisting us in any way he could. Ryan was a life saver. He came on a Sunday to get rid of a mayfly swarm on the dock. He stayed for several hours to get it all taken care of. He was so kind and helpful!
We had an amazing week at Still Water Refuge! The house was so clean, beautiful and well equipped. Everything we needed for cooking, relaxing and enjoying the lake was available to us. Les was very responsive and helped us with any questions we had throughout the week. We encountered a mayfly swarm on our first full day, Sunday. They were literally covering the dock. Apparently this happens at random. Although it was Sunday, Les took care of the problem right away. He sent Ryan, from Lake Gaston Vacation Rentals, to take care of the swarm. Ryan worked for several hours to take care of this. He was amazing. Outstanding customer service from Les, Ryan and the team.
The house is perfect. Plenty of seating for everyone to be comfortable, and more than enough dinner and cookware for our party of 18. The boathouse was our favorite place to be. Everything was clean and organized. We took advantage of the kayaks.
Great time great house in a great spot on the lake!
Matt J.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris Utley
24 May 2021
Would definitely rent again in the future, house was the perfect size and exceeded our expectations.
Would definitely rent again in the future, house was the perfect size and exceeded our expectations. Team member were very helpful and eager to help out in any way possible
Beautiful and great for a large family of various ages
Our family had a great time on the lake. There was plenty of room for kids and adults. Lots of helpful kitchen items. Plenty of amenities. Would definitely go again!
FYI the listing does not show the 6th "bedroom." It is a small room with a full bed and a bunk bed (no closet).
Stacey M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen Terracina
6 June 2020
We had a great time.
We had a great time. Your team members were all very kind on the phone. When I booked, I reached out immediately to connect about payment. I got no response for days, then vague responses about what was going on, and didn’t end up paying and finalizing until the night before we were to leave. This was extremely stressful. Communication during this time was not good.
We had a group that spent a weekend there. Great setting, large comfortable house, and the boathouse/tiki bar is outstanding! Fairly easy to pick up supplies you need or may have forgotten. Just a few minutes off I-85