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Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia

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Private kitchen
Exterior
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Bracey, VA
  • Place, Lake Gaston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Kerr Lake Country Club
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Bracey

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Lake Gaston and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Rosemont Vineyards. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include karaoke and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Bracey holiday home include La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 33 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 39 min drive - 57.6 km
  • McGregor Hall - 40 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Occoneechee State Park - 57 min drive - 75.5 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simmons Travel Center - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Honey Hole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬15 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.

Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia

Enjoy a relaxing stay in this 4 bed, 2 1/2 bath Victorian House with many high-end amenities located directly on the Virginia side of Lake Gaston. Relax on the deck or sunroom for a gorgeous sunset, walk down to the dock for fishing, sunning and swimming, cook a homemade meal in the fully stocked kitchen, or take a leisurely stroll around the quiet, shared dick private area. If you’re looking to get out of the house, check out . Rosemont Winery for a tasting or Shady Shack for karaoke. Note: the boat dock is a shared dock but there are lots of places to tie up your boat. There are kayaks. Canoe and paddle boards to use during your stay. Note the dock is shared with the small house

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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 welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
    • Service animals 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
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. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia have a pool?

Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia has a pool and a communal pool.

Is Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia?

No, Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Calm Waters Encounters on the Lake - Lake Gaston, Virginia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing in the Lake

They on the water location and grounds were fabulous as well as the boat house. The house was well equipped and the great room gave us a perfect place to hang out and be together. The owner’s paddle boards, kayak and good supply of life vest allowed us to all get in the water together. Definitely considering for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Wedding Weekend

My fiance, now wife, rented Calm Water Encounters at Lake Gaston for our wedding weekend. We had family stay in this house and we stayed in the other house on the property. This was perfect and allowed us to have a little escape from family and friends. The family that stayed in this house had a great time and had plenty of room to spread out. They loved taking out the paddle boards and canoe and hanging out at the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake vacation

Our second trip to Gaston. The house was beautiful and perfectly set up for our family. Kitchen was awesome and very well stocked. Outdoor area was beautifully landscaped but outdoor furniture was too damp to use because of the short rainstorms we got while there. Kids loved fishing off the dock and caught some decent sized fish. My only complaint is that the community pool and beach areas charge a daily fee per person which wasn’t made clear in listing. Other than that, the location on the lake was very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house

House was very Will stocked with everything needed for your stay. Check in was straight forward and the neighborhood was nice. There is a actively area right by the house. It has a beach area and volleyball net, a pier you can fish off too. I brought my boat and there is a drop only a mile away. The only thing I will say about the boat is the cove the house is in is shallow, about a foot and half at the dock. Definitely not a show stopper for bringing your boat but good to know when approaching the dock. Overall it was a very good stay for the family and I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

😀

Overall we had a wonderful time at the property and the neighborhood amenities were perfect for our 2 families with 3 boys under 5. The listing didn’t mention that the bunk bed room is attached to one of the other rooms which ended up working out perfectly for us! There was lots of room on the property for outside activities, the boat house was well stocked with floats and life jackets and the kitchen has everything you need to cook. It’s not in the listing but there’s a community swim area, playground and dock within a 5 minute walk. We enjoyed playing there on the beach! We did have a couple issues with the house and Teri was very responsive and is working to resolve them.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome lake front house with everything you need!

We absolutely loved our stay! It was perfect for our kids and pups! Things we loved: The dock was stocked with fishing gear, life jackets, lake toys, kayaks and paddle boards. Easily able to tie up our boat, just be mindful that it is shallow in some spots. House had everything, linens, dish and laundry soap, shampoo/conditioner, trash bags, and fully stocked kitchen. This is so nice because some of those are inevitably forgotten! Ample storage! Beautiful views of yard, garden, lake Garage access with extra fridge/freezer and huge sink Comfortable beds! Smart tv, games Nice grill Owner went above and beyond to buy a blender when we discovered the current one was missing. She was very sweet and you could tell took a lot of pride in her home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
What a disaster. I corresponded with Teri prior to arrival to ensure that the property's dock was suitable for a motor boat. Teri assured me that it was. When we inspected the dock we found that not only was lift broken and the dock filthy, but the waterway near the property was only a few feet deep. We tried to bring our boat in halfway down the cove towards the house and hit mud resulting in a 1000 repair. While the house itself has a nice layout, it was filthy. There were crumbs all over the dining table as well as a large grease puddle. There were dead bugs throughout the house. There was virtually no water pressure when running the dishwasher...forget about taking two showers at the same time. The toilet bowl in the upstairs bathroom was black. The light in the basement was barely functioning. The fridge had clearly not been cleaned or wiped down recently. I could go on. I shared this feedback with Teri as it came up and communication was not clear as to if and how these problems would be fixed. Frankly, there were too many to keep up with. We had planned to stay again in two weeks but after seeing the condition of the house and dock asked to cancel and receive a full refund. Teri led me to believe this would not be a problem. When I cancelled I received a 50% refund only. Teri told me to contact VRBO to recoup fees, which is obviously not what I was asking for. Filthy home and host was incredibly misleading from start to finish. DO NOT STAY HERE.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026