Lacus Vitae is our family’s happy place and we want to make it yours as well! Here you’ll find a newly remodeled lakefront cottage that allows you to truly enjoy all that Lake Waccamaw has to offer. Lake Waccamaw is the largest of the natural Carolina Bay lakes with a perfect pH. Our lakefront home is located 39 miles west of Wilmington and only 35 minutes off I-95. Lake Waccamaw State Park is 6 miles away where you will find trails to hike and learn about the plants and animals that are only found in or around the lake, the boat landing is a mile from the house and the pier is right out the backdoor where you can sip coffee as you watch a beautiful sunrise or sit back and relax. Let us make our home yours, take a vacation and relax.
Property manager
Daniale Stancil
Premier Host
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Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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About the area
Lake Waccamaw
Located in Lake Waccamaw, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wannanish Game Land and Lake Waccamaw State Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.
Lake Waccamaw, NC
What's nearby
Lake Waccamaw - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Lake Waccamaw State Park - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
Cape Fear River - 32 min drive - 29.5 km
Holden Beach - 79 min drive - 81.2 km
Restaurants
Dale's Seafood - 5 min drive
Peanut's Sandwich Shop - 26 min drive
El Juan Mariscos & Grill - 6 min drive
China Garden - 6 min drive
Subway - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakefront Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful Lakefront Cottage located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Waccamaw, Rube Mc Cray Memorial Library and Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum. Wannanish Game Land and Lake Waccamaw State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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This place is wonderful. The host is so nice and super quick to respond. The house is clean and comfortable and the lake is so quiet and relaxing. The swing on the dock is a dream. We look forward to this stay every summer.
The home was nice, exactly like the pictures. Needs some attention with the electrical in the kitchen. Sometimes the light over the sink would come on and sometimes not. The ceiling fan in the kitchen rattled so bad I thought it was going to fall. One of the light switches in the kitchen came out of the wall when I unplugged the coffee maker. The lights in the laundry area worked intermittently. After being there a few days I figured out the fan over the stove was worked by a light switch at the door. There were no closets in the house to hang clothes and no furniture in the bedrooms to put clothes in. There were no lamps in the living room so if you wanted light after it got dark you had to have the ceiling light on. Something going on with the foundation as well because the house is slanted down towards the lake. The pictures were very accurate but there are issues that the pictures can’t show. I would not stay here again.
Excellent stay !!! Everything about this place was great .. Peaceful and tranquil. Place was as described. Host communication great. Location was excellent. If you’re looking for a Lake Waccamaw getaway . This is it ! Lake access was east and the added bonus of seeing the alligators cruise the canal across the street .. A great Lake Waccamaw find.
My husband and I enjoyed our Anniversary stay. The home is lovely and homey. We weren't prepared for the alligators, but there were No Problems. Thank you to the Hostess and the friendly neighbors.
This property was spectacular. It was perfect for what we needed: quiet, relaxing, bright, clean, and the calming view of the lake.
Daniale our host was extremely responsive with any questions.
The home is well stocked, and maintained.
We loved it so much, we’ve rebooked an upcoming visit!
The cleanliness of this wonderful cottage was well appreciated. Everything in working condition.
We found it to be a very special experience. Our vehicle that we brought with us had broken down. It had to be towed. With everything we needed at the house, we were content to just hang out. Bob next door offered us use of his transportation. Wow!! Such incredible experience. Thank you to our host & and the amazing neighbors.
Can’t wait to return!
This property is well kept, felt cozy and homey. Caught largemouth bass and brim from pier. Quaint little town, with wonderful seafood restaurant nearby.
What a sweet little cottage and stay at the lake. It was perfect for our family and our son loved the gentle waterline. The house had everything we needed and more, pictures really don’t tell the whole story, it’s so much more!
This is our second stay here and we enjoyed as much as the first time. The owner is very responsive and friendly. Having easy access to the lake via a well-maintained pier is such a nice feature. Definitely a nice place to get away and relax
This was a very peaceful place to stay. The lake was fantastic. We got to go kayaking and eat on the dock. Really enjoyed this place and our stay there. Thank you!
We love staying here. The lake is peaceful and the property is beautiful and clean. The dock is lovely and well-maintained. The swing is probably my favorite place, which works out well because the sunrises and the stars are incredible. The host is quick to reply and super nice.
My golfing buddy and I have homes on a lake in Upstate South Carolina. Every year we travel to the Coastal Plains region of southeastern North Carolina for a golfing vacation. Whiteville does not have an abundance of vacation rentals. A decent motel room in that area is hard to come by. We hit the jackpot when we found this Lakefront Cottage. It’s comfortable, peaceful, quiet and within close proximity to golf. This is the second time we stayed here and we plan to return in the fall.
It was perfect, we didn’t want to leave! Relaxing lake house with kayaks, grill, etc. free for the guest to use. We ate at Dale’s seafood and Gwens diner, both were delicious! Excellent communication with host and cleanliness of house. Great place for a relaxing vacation. We will be coming back soon!
This was the perfect place during a perfect time of year to unwind and relax. Spent 4 nights enjoying the tranquility and beauty of this lake cabin and property. Daniale was very accommodating and gracious knowing my ordeal with the Buffalo blizzard affecting my travel.
Great location. True to pictures. Quiet pleasant neighbors. The lake dock and deck were a mesmerizing sight for coffee at sunrise and wine at sunset. Views made you smile all day long.
Cabin is equipped wonderfully. We cooked 3 of 4 days. Smart TV took some texting with the owner to figure out (no 12 yr old on site to help us, ha!) But we did it. The bed was comfy although it felt like our feet were just slightly higher than our heads which was an odd sensation. The place is immaculate and well stocked.
We will be back. This is a treasure and Daniale should be very proud of her listing and customer service.
This property is even more beautiful that the pictures. Very helpful property owner. Well appointed home, updated, and the pier out onto the lake is stunning. We hope to return!
This lake cottage was perfect for getting together with family for Thanksgiving! The beds were comfortable and the view was beautiful. The kids enjoyed themselves. We will be back again for sure!
Sean G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
Hosted by Daniale Stancil
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests