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Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit!

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Stunning views & amazing landscaped yard! Watch kids at the dock from the deck!
View of the house and yard from a cruise in the pontoon...new paint colors!
What more can you ask for? 8 person hot tub-the best way to start & end the day!
12ft Water Bouncer w/slide included Mem Day-Labor Day, always a huge HIT!
Living Room, serene, beautiful sunlight comes in throughout the day!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bracey, VA
  • Lake Gaston
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Rosemont Vineyards
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Basement Master - Guest Room 4

1 King Bed

Bunk Room - Guest Room 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Guest Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath, lower level by basement master

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Guest Bath, upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Half Bath, main level

Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit!

Dragonfly is a stunning property with sweeping views, ideal for your family trip or get-together w/friends! Choose THE house w/ALL the toys/options where you can experience the best lake life has to offer!

-16ft WATER TRAMPOLINE W/SLIDE
-2 10ft Stand Up Paddleboards *INCLUDED* Memorial Day-Columbus Day, +FOUR 10ft KAYAKS included!
-8 person Hot Tub included for all guests year ‘round.
-Rent a pontoon right from our dock-so convenient!
-Life jackets provided for all ages infant - adult!

Guests say the photos don’t do it justice! Enjoy spectacular views in a gorgeous treed setting. Our super fun water sports equipment helps you make the most out of your lake vacation. All ages LOVE them! Sheet rental & lake towels are included. Guests provide other linens (bath towels, paper products) & soaps/shampoos.
High speed Fiber internet (400Mb), do school or work from Dragonfly easily!
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Dragonfly is ideally located in beautiful Great Creek Landing, just 1 mile N of Rte 903 in Bracey, VA, on Lake Gaston & 1 mi from the local marina. We are 2 mi from the lovely award-winning winery & close to waterfront dining by boat or car. The water, location & amenities are ideal for families & gatherings!

BED COUNT & DETAILS, scroll down lower for another list by room & floor:
2 Kings (1 California & 1 Eastern standard king)
2 Queens (1 is a CordaRoy beanbag that opens to a memory foam queen)
1 Double
4 Twins
2 twin air mattresses, + additional full size sofas (not sleepers).

Walk out onto the deck to expansive lake views, where you can enjoy morning coffee, meals, or just relaxing! Start your day watching the sun glitter on the lake, then swim, fish, tube, visit wineries/breweries or markets, whatever you feel like-it's lake time! Hang out at any of the 5 or more outdoor areas to gather while you soak up the view, sip a beverage, or relax in the hot tub. Tanya is an architect & the house is professionally decorated w/a stylish & fresh lakeside vibe to maximize comfort and function! Dragonfly has TWO living areas, so kids & adults have their own place to watch different movies, play or hang out. Kids LOVE the bunks & fun themed video game area. This house is made for indoor & outdoor fun for all ages year-round!
-HUGE 8 person HOT TUB
-INCLUDED 16ft Bouncer w/Slide Mem Day-Columbus Day
-Fiber Internet! 200Mb WiFi!
-Weber grill
-4 KAYAKS
-2 SUP’s, INCL Mem Day-Col Day (for rent off-season)
-Firepit
-Wood burning FP
-Stainless steel convection gas range
-Stainless fridge w/icemaker & filtered water dispenser
-7 flatscreen TV's: dedicated flatscreen for Xbox & 6 w/expanded Satellite TV, 55in flat screen in basement hangout, flat screen in living rm, flat screens in all bedrms, Blu-Rays(2), DVD (1)
-Large outdoor deck w/dining area, patio umbrella & separate lounge seating area
-Amazing double boat house, avail.16 person pontoon for rent
-Dock space to tie up multiple additional boats & jet-skis
-2nd covered outdoor dining area at the dock
-Deep water for jumping off the dock
-Shallower water at bulkhead for those who would rather stand than swim
-Water stairs at shallow end to help young & old getting in/out of water w/out using the dock ladder (unique to Dragonfly!)
-Outdoor patio w/sectional seating
-Mini fridge at dock
-Verizon cell signal extender
-Bluetooth spkrs @ hot tub, dock & living rm
-Foosball
-Outdoor full-size b-ball hoop
-Cornhole, yard checkers
-Ping pong
-Outdoor child saucer swing
-Quiet swimming at the house out of the traffic path
-Large adjacent open water for tubing, water skiing or jet skiing (Kids can swim w/out traffic & our location gives guests the benefit of open water right there for big water sports.)
-Private, gated community boat ramp
-Indoor wall-mounted kids' b-ball hoop
-Board games, cards, poker chips
-Child friendly amenities: highchair/pack-n-play/step stools for those traveling w/little ones
-Chaise lounges
-Fully equipped kitchen w/gas range/convection oven, granite counters, stainless appliances
-Seated dining in kitchen & dining rm indoors
-Open living room/dining room floor plan
-Rinnai hot water heater: all FOUR showers can run at the same time w/out running out of hot water!
-Parking for 4-7 cars
-2-car attached garage for bike or scooter storage
-Flat concrete driveway area for playing ball/riding scooters
-Special guest fishing license for guests to fish directly off of our dock w/out the need for their own separate licenses! (saves $60/pp)

Amenities enhanced annually! Interior & exterior upgrades include new decking on the dock, unlimited hot water (so important & a unique upgrade everyone loves), stylish but comfy furniture & interior decor! The deck & dock have covered, shady areas & sunny options for drying off or soaking up some rays. The deck gets ideal afternoon sun but is nicely shaded for morning coffee & dinners outside. By evening, the firepit is comfortably shaded for s'mores at the firepit! You will truly enjoy the way the sun moves across the property, & this house has one of the best laid out boathouses around, complete with bar area/mini fridge.

The water at our spot warms up faster in spring than main lake, & stays warmer longer in fall, extending our season. It is also lovely & calm here even when the main lake is choppy. However, we still have the benefits of wide water views, the convenience of a space right by the house for letting loose w/the boat & having fun tubing/water skiing. The main lake is just 3-5 min away. It's the best of both worlds!

There are 2 boat ramps less than a mile from the house, including a private gated community ramp free to our guests. We are very convenient to markets, gas & fun! 5 min to local markets/ABC, 15 min to two large grocery stores.

UPSTAIRS:
-Master Room 1 w/attached sitting room: Cal King. There is a privacy door between the master & the sitting room/vanity area, w/ twin bed. The vanity area has a 72" vanity w/sink, great counter space & a full size tub/shower plus a separate attached, private bathrm w/toilet, 2nd shower & 2nd sink. This area is considered a 2 room suite, ideal for families.
-Guest Room 2 : Queen
-Guest Bath: Separate full bath upstairs w/ tub/shower, & 6 ft long vanity w/lots of counter space.

MAIN FLOOR:
-Main Flr Guest Room 3: Twin over Full size bunk w/ Twin trundle. Stairs, not a ladder, go up to the bunk! This is a favorite hangout for kids but can easily accommodate a family.
-1/2 bath on the main floor.

FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT:
-Bsmt Master Guest Room 4 - King bed, standard East Coast King. -Full sized twin bed
-Oversized CordaRoy beanbag by the gaming TV opens to a queen memory foam bed
-Full bath, totally redone, w/ tub/shower just off the basement guest rm
-Use the finished area as a 5th bedrm (curtained for privacy), w/Cal King air mattress option upon request.

Additional Sleeping Options: The large, cozy finished basement functions as a 5th bedroom has a comfy twin bed, sectional sofa, & plenty of space for air beds or slumber party set-up for kids! The convertible queen beanbag bed is more comfortable than sleeper sofas (hate bars in your back!). Twin air mattresses offer flexible placement to best suit families. Also, the upstairs master & main floor living rm have comfortable sofas for overflow sleeping (single use, not sleeper sofas). The game rm sectional downstairs sleeps 2 children or 1 adult.

Email us w/specific questions, we’re happy to help! Our guest max is 13 adults +children up to a total of 16.

Ideal Location!:
Only 6 min from Rte 85, 1-2 miles from 2 convenience markets, 17 min from South Hill, VA and Littleton, NC, ea w/ large Food Lion grocery stores. There are restaurants & a lovely winery minutes from the house which have outdoor music concerts & other fun events & craft shows. Several close breweries have live music events and food trucks. Raleigh, NC and Richmond, VA (including King's Dominion amusement park & water park) are easy day trips. Nearby South Hill, VA has a small movie theater & a live outdoor music concert every 3rd Thursday of the month in summer. For a day trip, it's under 1.5 hrs to Raleigh, NC, or Richmond, VA, or check out local festivals & quaint shops. **Memorial Day/JULY 4TH HOLIDAY/Labor Day: Live outdoor concerts at the winery, including July 4th fireworks at both the winery (Saturday) & center of town.

Rent a boat, get ice cream or deli sandwiches at the marina 1 mile away. (Pontoon rental super conveniently available right at the house! please inquire ) Boat or drive to waterfront dining. Enjoy the large, quiet cove swimming right at the house w/a large area for tubing or water skiing just 1 house down at the cove's entrance. Only 5 minutes to the main lake for even bigger water if you wish to explore! Kayak or canoe up Great Creek & enjoy the scenery. Have fun trying your skills at fishing off the dock!

Groups w/Small Children:
We have a pack-n-play, highchair & child stepstools at the house for your use. The kitchen has a sizable set of BPA-free dishwasher safe plates, cups and kid utensils. The full size twin bed in the upstairs sitting room has optional bed rails that are very easy to add/remove. If you need to contain small roamers, it is simple to section off an area on the main floor to keep little ones away from stairs & create a level space that includes the powder rm, kitchen, living rm and dining rm. We have hotel locks & slider doorstops to prevent little ones from exiting unnoticed-safety first!

Dragonfly is a NO Smoking/NO Pets policy property. We take this very seriously to provide the best experience for our guests. Happy to recommend local pet boarding options. Guests, inquire about house rules prior to booking.

Check out our sister property: VRBO 2352385, Sea Glass Cottage Hilton Head Island, SC! 0.6 miles to the beach access, 5BR/3.5 Baths!

Property manager

Marty and Tanya, Owners, Dragonfly
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Dragonfly has all sorts of amenities for kids!
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Events

Events allowed
Please inquire, Owner must Pre-Approve.
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Pets

No pets allowed
We have a NO Pets policy.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have a strict NO Smoking policy. No exceptions.
House terms, rules and cancellation policy are detailed in our rental agreement. Guests must contact us prior to booking with specific questions.
NO Smoking, NO Pets. Minimum rental age is 25. Other House Rules apply, booking accepts House Rules. The Traveler is responsible for inquiring ahead.
VRBO's cancelation policy options don't show full details. Full refund minus $100 processing fee if canceled over 90 days out. See rental agreement.

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please inquire, Owner must Pre-Approve.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bracey

Located in Bracey, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and La Crosse Town Park, while Virginia S. Evans Doll Museum and South Hill Model Train Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bracey, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 37 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 41 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Occoneechee State Park - 55 min drive - 55.0 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina BBQ & Chicken - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Huasteco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Views at Dragonfly! HOT TUB! Kayaks, BOUNCER w Slide, SUP's, Fire Pit! located?

This family-friendly Bracey holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Gaston and Rosemont Vineyards. La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Relaxing getaway

Gorgeous views, lots of space and relaxing time at the lake and hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Lake house

Great location, plenty of water toys for all ages, owner was great to communicate with with fast responses. Grandkids had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Another great stay at DragonFly

Our annual guys weekend just wrapped up a few weeks ago and our second stay at Dragon Fly was great. House is super clean, lots and lots of amenities for families and kids. Owners are amazing - easy to reach communicate with and provide a lots of helpful information to make your stay enjoyable. They have made improvements to the house over the years (new dockside bar area and refinished bathrooms). We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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

Family vacation

It had it's pros and cons but the kids really enjoyed the ammenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacey Z.

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

Great for multi generational stay

We had a family vacation with grandparents to infants, and there was something for everyone. We loved the water trampoline and the kayaks. We had little nooks for the introverts, and the lower level playroom was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Graduation Trip

The graduates loved the hot tub and the kayaks—it was a perfect post-graduation trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

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

Weekend Trip

We had a great time at the property. The owners reached out to ask questions about our large group and better understand if their property would fit out needs. We really enjoyed this touch and when we got the the property it was exactly what we needed! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

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

Dragonfly Vacation

This was my first time booking a vacation thru VRBO. Tanya and Marty made the experience comfortable and easy. Our families absolutely loved the vacation! We caught enough fish from the dock that we didn’t need to fish on our boats. The kids loved the bouncer, kayaks, and paddle boards. This was an amazing trip and we thoroughly enjoyed all that The Deagonfly had to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C., Timonium

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

Lake Gaston, Virginia 2023 Family Vacation

Dragonfly was perfect for our family vacation! The house is immaculate. The lake, dock, dock house, and all the water equipment - canoes, kayaks, etc., were enjoyed by all members of the family from the oldest (76) to the youngest (2). We loved it and everyone had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Something for everyone!

Our family had a great spring break at Dragonfly. It was nicely furnished with comfortable mattresses and lots of beds. Our kids enjoyed the hot tub, ping pong, foosball, basketball and games. We all kayaked and even swam in the cold lake. Great place for a big family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela T., Chester

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

Perfect!

This rental provided our family of 9 with a PERFECT Labor Day long weekend getaway. Owners communicate promptly. House is very well equipped with all of the essentials as well as many added amenities. Highly recommend Dragonfly!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika R., Shelby, NC

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

Ladies retreat

Over and above what we expected. So much room, so well stocked from kitchen to bedding. Privacy, beautiful, and fun. Loved the kayaks ! Beautiful home, beautiful property. So would choose this place again! Want to bring my family here too. Great spaces for privacy for each person and great common areas. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

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

Amazing Family Vacation

Dragonfly was perfect for our family! We had a total 12 people (including 7 kids under 12). Both the kids and adults loved the kayaks, paddle boards and bouncer. The house is located in a great spot on the lake. We enjoyed fishing right from the pier and relaxing by the fire at night. Great place to make memories for our family. After 30 plus years of vacationing at the beach- we have been converted to lake life!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Highly Recommend!

Dragonfly had everything we were hoping for and more! Excellent location, amenities, and accommodations. Water is deep at the dock so there was no lake muck to deal with. Trampoline kept the kids happy for hours. Shaded table on the dock deck was perfect for the older folks. Lots of seating everywhere and a basement perfect for all age kids. Excellent experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tisha N.

Omg! We loved it! The pictures really don't do justice. The lake was EVERYTHING!

The house is beautiful. The weather was perfect. No life jackets so we didn't bother the kayaks, but the views are amazing. The cool breeze off of the water was perfect. So much to do. If it had rained, we wouldn't been just fine staying inside. We were beyond pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Perfect family getaway

We had a wonderful time. The home is beautiful, well equipped, and on a perfect spot on the lake. The kids never were bored because there was so much for them to do: kayaks, swimming, jumping off the bouncer, catching fish, stand up paddle boards, hot tub, ping pong, board games, and the pontoon (highly recommend renting the pontoon, so much fun pulling the tubes). It was a relaxing and enjoyable vacation for all and communication with the host was great. The beds were very comfortable. If you are looking for nightlife or late night dining, Bracey is not the place. But, if you want an unforgettable laid back lake vacation, you found your spot.....just don't forget bug spray!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tisha N.

Beautiful, clean.... stunning view

This is our 2nd time staying at the lake house. Just like the last time, we enjoyed every minute of our stay. Part of our enjoyment stems from the people that we spent time with, but a great deal of our enjoyment stems from this house just being so perfect and knowing that our guest would also enjoy it. On our 2nd day, it rained all day, but it didn't take anything away from our stay because there was still so much to do and enjoy inside. We will return again, and again, and again. Thanks for opening your house to us. It felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Irina D.

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

Perfect New Years Retreat

We are pleased with our stay at Tanya and Marty's place, especially that they included the use of 4 kayaks with the rental which is the first time in my memory that owners do. There is a lot of space for a large group. Nice layout. Marvelously Large Hot Tub. The kitchen indeed lacks nothing. Also, two fridges in the house were a big help since grocery stores aren't very close by. We did kayak every day, thanks to the spring-like weather in December. Went to explore two nearby trails. Spent a lot of time hot-tubbing, enjoyed the house and the lake view. Thank you, Tanya and Marty!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Relaxation in a Beautiful Setting

Our annual multi-generational family trip found us at Dragonfly this year and we couldn't have been happier! From the moment of booking, the owners have been wonderful to deal with and so responsive. The home was immaculate, spacious and very comfortable. The only piece I wasn't sure of (and could have asked beforehand but didn't) was the bedroom setup - the two master bedrooms are on either the floor above or the floor below the main living area. So, for our group, the stairs were a bit of an issue, but just a minor one, the solid banisters helped. Also, we didn't really get use out of the 5th bedroom since it was right off of the larger upstairs master bedroom, which was occupied by the grandparents in the group, and my teenage daughter wasn't really interested sleeping off of their bedroom and bathroom. However, for families with younger children, this could be a great option. With several blow up and alternate mattresses available, sleeping arrangements, even without the use of the 5th bedroom, were a non-issue. The kitchen is well-stocked and more open to the dining and living areas than what is depicted in the pictures, so this too was another pleasant surprise. Sitting out on the back deck and on the dock was thoroughly enjoyable especially on the breezy days. Since there is only one fridge in the kitchen, the fact that there is a separate mini fridge down at the dock was an added bonus. It's thoughtful details like this that really made Dragonfly special. We will hope to be back again someday. Our group took advantage of swimming every day in the nice warm lake, sun bathing, cooking s'mores at night in the fire pit, and barbecuing several dinners. The pictures of the property are lovely and still don't do Dragonfly justice. It was even lovelier than the pictures. Our best lake house rental to date by far! And a great big THANK YOU to the owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

AMAZING

Tanya + Marty were more than accomodating ... this house had all the amenities that you needed ... I highly recommend this property for family gatherings, rest + relaxation, + beautiful sunrises + sunsets! We will be looking at their other properties to rent in the future ... Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ben m.

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

fall trip

One of our best memories , thank Dragon fly , for your beautiful home .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana G., Richmond, VA

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

Girls Trip

Six ladies getting together for annual girls trip. Beds were very comfortable, there was plenty of hot water, scenery was beautiful, we felt very safe, but there really wasn't enough seating in main living room to hang out. The cane dining chairs were very hard too. We were fortunate to have beautiful weather, so we could take advantage of all the comfy seating on dock and on porch/patio areas to play cards instead. We really enjoyed our stay, house is beautiful with lots of stuff to do! Wish we had known 3 things more than only 24 hours in advance, as it would have helped us buy alternatives : the dishwasher couldn't use pods (needed detergent powder), the hand soap couldn't be antibacterial (due to septic system), and very minor nitpicking here but there was no reusable gold coffee filter. Our paper ones didn't fit the cone basket. Fortunately the thoughtful owners provided all the correct soaps, so what we bought and brought with us wasn't needed. Overall, would definitely stay there again if the VRBO fees weren't so high.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great house, great location

Really enjoyed our stay at Dragonfly. The house is excellent with everything you need for a nice getaway at Lake Gaston. The owners were responsive and easy to work with from the initial booking all the through check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

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

Great girls weekend away!

Working with Tanya on checking in and adding a day to our trip beforehand was so easy! The property had tons of amenities to keep us busy but also a relaxing view of the lake. Tanya went the extra mile after we checked out to ensure something left was safely mailed back. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Such a fabulous lake vacation!

We had such a wonderful stay at the Dragonfly!! The home, property, dock at the lake, location, etc. were perfect! There were so many amenities, you were never without something fun to do, but if you did not want to do anything, you could lounge in the beautiful house, on the dock, around the fire pit, on the many furnished decks or in the hot tub. Renting the pontoon was an added bonus and I highly recommend it to see the lake. Such a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marty and Tanya, Owners, Dragonfly

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Tanya is an architect and certified interior designer, and grew up in Virginia. Marty works in IT and is a transplant from Northern NJ. We currently live in Northern Virginia with our two children, who love to visit the lake! Over time, we have seen the slow transformation of Northern VA from areas of rolling hills and barn silos to highways and strip malls. We love to get away to the lake, escape from congestion and have time to focus on nature, life's simple treasures and, well, quiet. On a daily basis we struggle like everyone else to balance the demands of work and our two wonderful small children. Time at Dragonfly is the absolute best antidote! Unwinding and spending quality time with family and friends is what this lake house is all about! We work incredibly hard to keep this as a perfect place to gather with those who are special to you, because that's the true currency in life. It's an ideal spot for recharging, letting kids be kids, exploring local shops, wineries, fruit picking, fishing, kayaking and so much more! Honestly, you never even really need to leave the house!

Why they chose this property

We had been looking for a special lake house surrounded both by trees and lovely water views for several years as a place to vacation and share with others. Finding Lake Gaston, which enjoys consistent water levels and fixed docks, only about 3.25 hours from our main home has been ideal. The weather is often 10-12 degrees warmer than in Northern VA, and this particular spot enjoys 6-8 degrees warmer lake water than main lake properties, yet we have the benefit of large water right next to the house. We don't have to worry about high speed traffic with the kids swimming, and we love taking the boat down to the marina a mile away for an ice cream cone on a summer's day, or to the local grille for lunch, dinner or snacks & drinks. We adore ordering fresh baked cinnamon rolls at the bakery 5 min from the house, and going for amazing fresh donuts to eat on the wraparound porch at our local donut shop. The house fit our needs with plenty of space for multiple families, two great gathering spaces, hardwood floors and a real treehouse feel. It's truly our reprieve from the hustle and bustle of normal work and life! Being in Great Creek Landing, we have a lovely winery 2 miles away with special events and dinners is a big plus! We enjoy the convenience from Rte 85, and even the drive on 85 is more pleasant than 95 S. We love the terracing and gorgeous stone walls, and evenings on the deck or dock. We added the patio with hot tub seating area and so much more - it just keeps getting better and better! We can't wait for you to love it like we do!

What makes this property unique

We enjoy the protection of the wide cove, with the views of bigger water and land with a lush canopy of trees. We love the view back of the house from the dock with the stacked stone landscaping walls and the covered eating area on the dock. We saw several homes that were nice houses but had horrible water views or bad water depth, but here we enjoy 8'-9' deep water off the end of the dock with gorgeous views in a fabulous lake location! The craftsman style touches of beadboard wainscot in the foyer and stair, the beadboard ceiling in the kitchen, the open floor plan, the beautiful staircase, the vaulted living room ceiling, 85' of shoreline, flat concrete play space on the front of the house and many other features all made this property an ideal choice for our family. Two of our bedrooms have king sized beds, and we have no issue with hot water thanks to our Rinnai on demand hot water system.

As owners, one of us in the design profession, we are adding so many new elements and updates both inside and out! Many of these are not yet pictured as we are constantly updating faster than we can take the current pictures, and we add wonderful touches every year! We added the hot tub, patio and outdoor seating area, outdoor Edison lights above the dock table and under the deck. There are so many spaces to hang out inside and outside that year round you will find your perfect spot. Our water stairs allowing ease of entry/exit into the shallow end of the lake are super convenient, and the bouncer for kids is always a hit! Few houses have one.

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