BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE, WINERY, & DINING

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16297.3 sq m

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Bracey, VA

Lake Gaston
‪1 min walk‬
Rosemont Vineyards
‪7 min drive‬
John H. Kerr Reservoir
‪39 min drive‬
Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Lower Floor Guest

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Lower Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Living Area

2 Double Futons

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Lower Floor Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Floor Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Main Upper Floor Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

“Reel Livin’ at its best. This well-appointed, immaculate lake front home with large A-Frame windows (front and lakeside) will satisfy everyone's vacation needs. Large and quiet cove with deep water (7 feet at end of dock and 11-12 feet in center). With 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 2 living areas, there's plenty of space for everyone to relax and play. Main level has a well-equipped kitchen that opens to a spacious dining area (large table will accommodate 12 guests) and great room with TV and two comfortable sleeper sofas (Q). The master bedroom (K) with en-suite Jacuzzi bath and walk in shower, 2nd bedroom (Q) and additional full bath are also on the main level. Both bedrooms face the lake with sliding barn and glass doors for easy lake access. Lower level has a relaxing TV area, game room with an 8’ pool table and 4 captain’s chairs. In addition, the lower level offers a 2nd master bedroom (Q) with en-suite bath, a bunk room with 2 sets of double bunk beds (T) and pull down murphy bed (Q), full bath and laundry room with 2nd full sized refrigerator. As on the main level, both lower level bedrooms face the lake and have sliding glass doors. A large upper deck facing the lake is perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. An outdoor dining table with seating for 6 and umbrella, gas fire pit with seating for 4, and 2 lounge chairs for sunning create the perfect setting for family gatherings. Let your evening entertaining continue on the lighted dock/boathouse deck and fire pit on the sandy beach area. Local attractions include Rosemont Winery and Tanglewood Shores Golf and Country Club, and Shady Shack Grill/Flip Flop Bar, all of which are just five minutes away. Need fishing tackle and bait? Want to take the kids for hand-dipped ice cream? Holly Grove Marina is a short drive or boat ride around the cove. No Pets. No Smoking. Home has Dish TV and free Wifi,. Gentle sloping lot to lake. Kayaks and paddle boat are available for use but renters assume all risk, liability, and responsibility. Property is located close to Interstate 85. A digital access code is required for entering the property.

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KEITH HOFF, 757-812-3194 (cell/text)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No driving or parking vehicles on the grass areas in front of the house or three car garage (septic field). You will be responsible for any repairs.

All furniture inside and outside must be returned to their original locations as seen upon your arrival. Non compliance may result in additional fees.

Upon your departure, please place any used towels, bed sheets or pillow cases in the laundry room. Leave mattress protectors and blankets in bedroom

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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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bracey

Located in Bracey, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Virginia S. Evans Doll Museum and South Hill Model Train Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Colonial Theatre and Whittle's Mill Historic Site and Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.

Bracey, VA

What's nearby

Lake Gaston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Rosemont Vineyards - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
John H. Kerr Reservoir - 39 min drive - 29.9 km
Kerr Lake Country Club - 43 min drive - 48.6 km
Occoneechee State Park - 57 min drive - 56.3 km

Getting around

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

‪Carolina BBQ & Chicken - ‬17 min drive
‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪El Huasteco - ‬17 min drive
‪Huddle House - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE, WINERY, & DINING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE, WINERY, & DINING?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE, WINERY, & DINING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE, WINERY, & DINING 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).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

10 August 2024

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

Summer vacay

We had a wonderful stay at the lake! The house was clean, comfortable and had it all. We would 100% stay there again. Highlights for my kids were fishing, kayaking, and jumping off the dock!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

16 July 2024

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

Great Lake House!

This lake house was ideal for our family vacation. The home was spacious, very clean, with a well equipped kitchen, and very comfortable beds. A highlight of the house is the great dock with endless opportunity for fun in the water. The beautiful quiet cove was great for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking. The close proximity to main lake was perfect for boating and tubing. Our whole family agreed this Lake Gaston house was ideal!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mike D.

11 July 2023

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

Great stay

Wonderful property. The family had a great time. The owner was in contact if we needed anything.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelina S.

15 August 2020

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

Great vacation !!!

We had a great time at this property ithe house is very clean and well organized plenty to do for kids and teens we loved kayaking and swimming in the lake the water was warm which was excellent , nice quiet cove We will definitely go back !!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

27 August 2024

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

We recommend 2 weeks minimum!!

We had an incredible two weeks in this home! It’s perfect for everyone—singles, families, teens, and couples. The fun never stops, with kayaking, swimming, floating, grilling, and game nights. Some even worked remotely in between! The house is beautifully laid out with stylish décor, featuring a main-floor living room, a game room, a water-view deck, and a patio with rocking chairs. The spacious dock, beach area, and paddle boat are fantastic for making summer memories. The owner is incredibly responsive, and the friendly neighbors add to the charm. This place is more than just a rental; it’s the perfect summer escape!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

18 July 2020

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

Beautiful house, well equipped

Lovely furnishings, great view, fantastic location on the lake.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

bill V.

19 June 2023

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

Reel Livin

Good swimming and fishing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

18 July 2023

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

Great week

Owner was very easy to talk to and got back to us quickly when we had questions. Home was nice for the 2 families that went. Plenty of things to keep the teens entertained.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime W.

6 July 2022

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

Best location on the lake

This is our second stay - we love this house and the location! The homeowner is always helpful and responsive. Our stay met all of our needs from watching sunsets, swimming in the cove, ice cream at the marina and trips to Shady Shack.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett G.

17 July 2024

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

Great to be back!

This was our second time staying in this home, and we enjoyed it just as much this time as last. We rented a boat for the week and enjoyed the water. We swam off the end of the dock. My kids caught fish. The kitchen is well appointed, and we did plenty of cooking. We took daily walks on the quiet roads in the vicinity. Any minor question we had was quickly taken care of by Keith. One in our party has mobility issues, and this house works very well for that purpose with a gently sloping yard going down to the dock and multiple bedrooms on the main floor. I am sure we will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Richmond, VA

1 July 2023

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

Wonderful House

What a great place. House has everything you need. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax. The dock is great for swimming and fishing. Being on an inlet keeps it calm and quiet. The owner is quick to respond to any questions you may have.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

20 July 2021

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

Excellent vacation home

Beautiful house, clean and well maintained with a great lawn area in front and back. Lake is very accessible by dock or from the back yard. Lots of extras like kayaks, paddleboat, pool table, ping pong table, and cornhole kept us entertained all week. Communication with owner was top notch.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taran M.

12 August 2023

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

Another great vacation

This is our 2nd year staying here. Great weather and great lake house. Ages from 6-88 enjoyed the accommodations. Keith always gets in touch with us to make sure that check-in went smoothly and is available as needed. We hope to rent again next year If you looking to rent a great place on a quiet cove-this is it. Thanks again for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

5 July 2021

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

Fantastic Family Getaway

Everyone had a fantastic time! The home was lovely with plenty of space to spread out. Boat dock area allowed for gathering and activities. The quiet lakeside cove made it great for friends and family to unwind and have fun. The paddle boat, fire pit, kayaks, ping-pong and hammock were bigs hits for all. Wonderful time, and hope to be back soon!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Dunkirk, MD

7 August 2023

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

Wonderful Getaway.

This was the first time renting this VRBO and it was great. Located on a cove just off the main lake was great and there was room to tie up our two boats. Also, plenty of water for swimming off the boathouse. The house was roomy, nicely decorated, and the kitchen was hands down the best equipped of any place I have rented. Plenty of dishware, silverware, and a wide assortment of appliances. Also, the plethora of board games and quality pool table were a pleasant surprise. Definitely on the list to rent again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 June 2020

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

A fantastic lake house!

Reel Livin is a fantastic property! We spent a week there with another family and had a great time. We brought our 24ft boat and the quiet cove was perfect for keeping it along side of the dock. The house had everything we needed! The kids enjoyed fishing, kyaking, and paddle boating every day. The large dock and quiet cove were perfect for swimming, and the fire pit beach area was great for evening smores. We were also very impressed with how clean the property was when we arrived.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Taran M.

23 August 2022

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

Great Lake House

This is a wonderful place to stay. Our group ages ranged from 3-87 years old and everyone had plenty of space. Great location in a quiet cove off main lake. Owner Keith was quick to respond to any questions and even got in touch with us to make sure check-in had gone smoothly. Everyone enjoyed the week and are ready to come back again next year. House was well furnished too-can’t say enough positive things about this house. Thanks for sharing your beautiful house with us

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

2 September 2021

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

One of the best homes on Lake Gaston!

A much needed family (& friends) vacation was thoroughly enjoyable at Reel Livin’! Super clean and layout was amazing! Plenty of room & tons of activities for all ages…wonderful cove to tie off floats and rafts, boat house with ladder & sandy beach, fire pit, kayaks, paddle boat, pool table, ping pong, corn hole, or straight relaxing in the comforts of a home away from home! We look forward to making more wonderful memories in years to come! Thank you so much for sharing your home!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dann R.

22 May 2023

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

Favorite Lake House for Bro-Treat

We are four men who are in our 50-60’s range and lifelong friends. We love the serenity of this lake plus the immaculate condition of this home. We enjoy to fish, kayak, play pool, and hang out together, so this is our perfect place for our annual bro-treat. The house is airy and bright with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The owner, Keith, is awesome and easy to work with concerning the home and your needs. We will be back next year for our 4th bro-treat!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

27 June 2023

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

Beautiful home located on quiet cove

Great property with room for everyone. Unfortunately rain kept us indoors most of our week but five adults, a teen, and two children had plenty of room to spread out. The house could easily accommodate many more. When the weather allowed we spent a lot of time on the dock fishing, swimming and kayaking. The cove is very quiet with minimal boat/jet ski traffic. The kayaks provided are functional but have seen better days - missing seats, leaking hulls, broken clips, etc. The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, baking sheets, dishes, cups, and silverware. A second refrigerator on the lower level is great for beverages or when refrigerator in kitchen becomes crowded. Overall we were very happy with our stay, the owner and his communication. Would recommend the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett G.

27 July 2021

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

Wonderful house in a great location

Everything about this house exceeded our expectations. It was extremely clean. We kept saying to each other that it felt great to sit on the furniture because it just felt so clean. I really had that feeling of wondering how they managed to keep a vacation rental property so nice, but when the house is so nice you find yourself being even more careful and aware than usual to take care of everything and follow property rules. The kitchen was well appointed and the beds were seriously comfortable. I never sleep well on vacation, but the beds were comfortable. The kids beds and bedding on the bunk beds felt comfortable like home. My kids loved it. We had rain one day and enjoyed the board games, the pool table, and the ping pong table. My kids played corn hole. The location on the lake is great as it is on a no wake cove, so the kids were free to swim. We had a great week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

5 August 2017

Amazing Home, Amazing Vacation

We just wanted to thank Keith and his family for letting us stay at his house for our vacation. Keith greeted us when we arrived, showed us the features of the house, and even brought us cookies his wife baked. The house was very clean (this is very important to us) and tastefully decorated with themes running throughout. It easily accommodated our party of 14 (12 adults/teens, 2 children) and came well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc. We were able to swim, float, and fish (caught white bass, sunnys, and a couple of catfish) right off the dock of the boathouse. The kayaks provided with the house were put to good use by some of the older kids who enjoyed paddling out toward the main lake to see the sunset. The yard outside was perfect for playing outdoor games after a day on the lake (corn hole and an outside ping pong table were provided) and having campfires on the beach were a nice way to wind down the night. We rented two boats for a couple of days (Holly Grove Marina which is close but we highly recommend either Morningstar Marina or Poplar Creek Marina since we had a bad experience at Holly Grove) and were able to dock them at the house without any trouble. The fishing on the lake was very good and all of us had a great time tubing (especially during the week when there was less boat traffic) The house is also conveniently located on a small cove about 5-10 minutes off of I-84 which allowed us to do some day trips to Richmond for White Water Rafting, Durham for Paintball, and Williamsburg. Overall, we had a completely wonderful experience. Keith was very easy to work with answering any questions we had and he returned the deposit within 2 days of us leaving. We have rented many houses over the years from VRBO and this was definitely one of the best. Thanks again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lorie R.

22 June 2021

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

Top notch rental!

Our family and friends recently stayed at the property for a long weekend to celebrate Father's Day. The location could not have been better! Our host Keith has paid special attention to ensure this house has maximum comfort and amenities. The beds/pillows, sofas/chairs, dining table, etc. were super comfortable and fit our group size well. The house was immaculate with beautiful flooring, walk-in showers and fully stocked kitchen. We made use of many of the bonus appliances including coffee maker, sandwich press and slow cooker - wonderful attention to detail for those who want to cook. Also to note they had coffee (Folgers), sugar packs and a spice rack. There were more than enough activities for everyone to enjoy including billards, cornhole, kayaks, firepit, and board games not to mention many spots to take refuge including the upper deck, rocking chairs on the bottom porch and the wonderful shaded dock. The access to the lake was ideal with a walk-in section which you could launch the kayaks from and deep enough water for swimming on the end of the dock. We did bring our jet ski and there were sufficient tie-up points. Quick note that Holly Grove Marina (less than 5 min drive) is right around the corner for easy boat/jet ski ramp access for a small $5 fee, we found this to be ideal for location to save on gas (Poplar Creek public drop-in was about 15-20 mins water distance). The property was well stocked, but we had a few items we were glad we brought along (should not be provided by host): beach towels, bug spray, blow-up floats, outside speaker, kindling/firewood/lighter/s'mores sticks for firepit, condiments (mayo, ketchup, mustard), napkins. One other quick note, the house location was secluded which means our AT&T cell phones were out of service for location (delayed texting, no calls). The host provided WiFi and there was an IP phone available at the house. This setup was sufficient for our needs and helped encourage everyone to stay off devices. Sincere thank you to Keith for hosting us and we hope to book again next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bart S., Ashburn, Va.

19 September 2022

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lovely well situated home perfectly positioned for Lake Watercraft.

We were a party of 9 each with a bed and privacy. Most of our time spent boating, fishing, tubing, and jet skiing. Dinner at home followed by game night was were our best memories were made. The Host, Keith, was always available and his pride in his home is shown in every room.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan w.

13 August 2022

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Fun for allll ages

Professional and helpful booking. Easy access to the water. Perfect location!! Loved the counter ice machine! Would rent again 😎

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by KEITH HOFF, 757-812-3194 (cell/text)

Retired after 37 years of Federal Service culminating my career as the Program Manager for one of the US Army's helicopters. Married to my lovely wife since 1987. Father of my son and daughter. We live in the Yorktown, Virginia area and love to visit our lake house as often as possible.

Why they chose this property

We have fully furnished this home with high quality items to make your stay comfortable and complete. We have fully stocked the kitchen with casual and more formal place settings, multiple appliances, pots and pans, wine glasses, champagne glasses, coffee cups, and casual drinking cups. Refrigerator/freezer combination on both levels. Very comfortable high end beds and bed linens, towels, and seating. Two sleeper sofas on the upper level and a leather sectional sofa on the lower level with an 8 feet pool table. Ping pong table and corn hole boards, 4 kayaks with paddles and life jackets, paddle board.

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