Lovely lakefront home with private brand-new dock, game room, beach, boat access
4.3
Excellent(34 Reviews)House in Lake Anna, VA
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Life is Good
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Experience lakefront living at its finest at this lovely, dog and family-friendly home on Lake Anna! Life is Good is a two-story retreat, with lake views from every room, that truly lives up to its name! Featuring high ceilings, warm wood accents, and a spacious kitchen, guests will have all the comforts of home in a serene setting for fun and relaxation both inside and out! The basement game room is renovated and complete with a foosball table, pub table, Ping-Pong table, darts, and classic arcade games (Pac-Man, Galaga, DigDug, and more). The game room opens up to a screened porch that has also been renovated and features a sectional sofa and gas firepit, in addition to chairs and table seating. Here, wall-to-wall windows allow you to admire the sparkling waters of the lake, protected and shaded, without moving an inch from your vacation rental. You'll also have direct access to the private brand-new dock. During the warmer months get out on the lake, using the three stand-up paddleboards or the canoe! This ground-floor level also boasts two bedrooms (one being a bunk bedroom with a Bluetooth-enabled/colored LED light fixture the kids will love), a laundry room with a washer/dryer and full-size fridge, and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo.
The main floor open-concept living room/dining room combination has spectacular lake views, high vaulted ceilings, and indoor dining. This area opens up to a terrific lakefront wrap-around deck with an outdoor dining area and a gas grill, perfect for dining alfresco. The ample, fully-equipped kitchen has all the appliances and utensils needed to whip up practically everything that comes to mind. The second level of this home also features two separate bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one en suite), both with lake views. Utilize the fast, reliable Xfinity high-speed internet for work or play. Smart TVs are located in the living room and game room with access to a streaming network, cable, and movie services.
Things to Know
Two out of four TVs are streaming capable. Guests must provide their own accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Dock details: Has cleats
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Experience lakefront living at its finest at this lovely, dog and family-friendly home on Lake Anna! Life is Good is a two-story retreat, with lake views from every room, that truly lives up to its name! Featuring high ceilings, warm wood accents, and a spacious kitchen, guests will have all the comforts of home in a serene setting for fun and relaxation both inside and out! The basement game room is renovated and complete with a foosball table, pub table, Ping-Pong table, darts, and classic arcade games (Pac-Man, Galaga, DigDug, and more). The game room opens up to a screened porch that has also been renovated and features a sectional sofa and gas firepit, in addition to chairs and table seating. Here, wall-to-wall windows allow you to admire the sparkling waters of the lake, protected and shaded, without moving an inch from your vacation rental. You'll also have direct access to the private brand-new dock. During the warmer months get out on the lake, using the three stand-up paddleboards or the canoe! This ground-floor level also boasts two bedrooms (one being a bunk bedroom with a Bluetooth-enabled/colored LED light fixture the kids will love), a laundry room with a washer/dryer and full-size fridge, and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo.
The main floor open-concept living room/dining room combination has spectacular lake views, high vaulted ceilings, and indoor dining. This area opens up to a terrific lakefront wrap-around deck with an outdoor dining area and a gas grill, perfect for dining alfresco. The ample, fully-equipped kitchen has all the appliances and utensils needed to whip up practically everything that comes to mind. The second level of this home also features two separate bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one en suite), both with lake views. Utilize the fast, reliable Xfinity high-speed internet for work or play. Smart TVs are located in the living room and game room with access to a streaming network, cable, and movie services.
Things to Know
Two out of four TVs are streaming capable. Guests must provide their own accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Dock details: Has cleats
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Lake Anna, VA
Reviews
4.3
Excellent(34 Reviews)4.3
we loved the yard the house the huge trees and shade yet still had a great water view. We loved all the various decks, the screen porch, the canoe and dock and paddle boards and flotation devices. The Pac-Man machine was fun and ping-pong is always a winner we love the vaulted ceilings in every room. We would certainly rent this house again and loved Lake Anna. There was a very good boat rental just a mile away at the cove called shipwreck boat rentals and we rented up pontoon boat on two different days having a ton of fun exploring the lake .
4.3
Our family was excited to take a trip to the lake with grandma, aunt and cousins to kick off the summer! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the lake and the house. We spent most of our time on the lake and there were plenty of activities available both indoors and outdoors. The host provides equipment to enjoy in the water if you don't want to worry about bringing your own. That being said, I would highly recommend bringing a pop up tent to provide shade on the dock come the afternoon. The kids enjoyed time on the decks and playing ping pong and Pac Man to get a break from the heat and sun. We spent time around the fire pit every night to end our days. While some amenities are outdated, the house was comfortable and you are definitely paying for the lakefront and beautiful location amongst the trees. The only other recommendations I would provide are to bring plenty of drinking water due to the taste and to not use the washer due to the possibility of rust stains from the water.
4.3
Although this property is on the public side of the lake, the location was quiet and ideal, minutes from the Cove by boat or car. The property itself is a little dated, with some updates needed. However, we had a wonderful time and enjoyed the views and amenities thoroughly. We would highly recommend this property due to the location, amenities and size.
4.3
This home has everything you could possibly need for a long weekend away, It is peaceful and has beautiful views. We spent the long weekend kayaking and canoeing. Evenings were spent around the large dining room table then relaxing on the dock,deck, or fire pit! The home is situated in a very quiet neighborhood with beautiful homes and gardens. We gave this a 5 rating however we wanted to rate it as a 4.5 due to the need for a through cleaning of the outside living areas, mostly the screened in porch. We did a light cleaning of the porch and were still able to enjoy the gas fireplace on the day the weather was questionable. We highly recommend the Life Is Good Lake House and would be happy to return for future getaways! Proximity to was a plus for us as we are from Maryland and our adult children reside in Richmond. PS - the dogs loved watching all the herons and one even paddle boarded for the first time!
4.3
Everything
4.3
Our friends have been getting away once a year for the past 20 years and your home provided us with a relaxing and cozy home on the lake with beautiful views. There were some minor issues with breakers needing to be reset several times (primarily for the kitchen) and the breakers in the breaker box (behind the downstairs refrigerator) were not labeled. The ping pong paddles need replacing as well as light bulbs in the kitchen and bedrooms. The toilet paper holder in the upstairs bathroom is also in repair. We let the property manager know who quickly responded. The kitchen is in need of hand towels and pot holders. Plenty of plates, bowls, etc. None of these needs negatively impacted our stay. Overall, a very lovely home on the lake and we would definitely want to come back again in the future.
4.3
It was an ideal place for a family gathering. The home was large, comfortable and amazing views. Lots of fun perks to keep kids and adults entertained. We’d love to come back for a future stay.
4.3
We loved staying here. Great location and even though deck has issues they are working to address, it never stopped us from having a good time. We rented a boat for the week from Shipwreck rentals which was very close and just spent the perfect week with the whole family relaxing, swimming off the dock and off the boat, and enjoying the quiet through the week.
4.3
Located on the quiet side of the lake which was nice. The property is a little dated, with some parts needing some work - bathrooms, drawers, dock.
But overall we had a very pleasant experience - would highly recommend for the size, location, and ability to comfortably accommodate two families.
4.3
Great location and I am sure hosts! Thx.
Small ants in the kitchen and large carpenter ants in upstairs bathroom and bedroom/bed. Hairs on sheets under covers in lower bunk room. Cobwebs inside and out on decks and porches.
Biggest issue is safety for kids and pets. Inside upper floor stair rails too wide. Even worse the upper deck rails are too wide. Neither would pass code today. This is really an issue that should be addressed unless restricting property to adults and no young children or pets.
Minor, checking out instructions in house say leave linens and online they say try to start a load of laundry (which we have never heard of on a rental property).
Great trip overall, comments are for improvement for future guests.
4.3
Great location and living areas are great for group. Deck needs significant repair since a column has sunk. Outdoor furniture could be replaced and kitchen could use more utensils. Had to buy plastic spatula while we were there. Would def stay again but updates could make this place special.
4.3
The property is amazing and gorgeous. The only problem was lots of spiders and cobwebs but nothing terrible. We had lots of fun
4.3
We had a great time at this property! We did a lot of fishing off the dock and on the boat. The house was very clean and comfortable! We will definitely be returning!
4.3
Working at the local nuclear plant with a crew. Way closer, more comfortable, than a hotel.
4.3
Spent a weekend at house Life is Good.
Location is excellent, enjoyed the outdoor fit pit and dock area of home!
The space of house is nice an open. The interior could definitely use a make over and update of flooring! Age of home shows but overall it was accommodating to our needs! Cleanliness overall was ok. Lots of spiderwebs and bugs but considering your in the woods we could over look some of it!
Again views a spectacular and for a long weekend we would return!
4.3
Great vies, outdoors great.
Bring drinking water.
4.3
Plenty of space for our family get-together long weekend.
4.3
The view of the lake, swimming, fishing, house location was fabulous!! Use of the paddleboards and canoe were a huge plus. Lots of space to enjoy the view and loved playing horseshoes and had a fire going, which was wonderful. We did have a really good time, however there is definitely some attention needed at the property. There are a LOT of bugs both inside and immediately outside/screened porch (hole in screen and door doesn't stay closed) so pointless. We had an ant problem in the kitchen on counters and in a bathroom upstairs. Lots of large spiders in the house and cobwebs everywhere inside too. Some large dead bugs found in different bedrooms (not fun with small kids). Totally realize this is a house on a lake, but there hasn't been any cleaning or extermination done in a very long time. There needs to be a larger hot water tank- not enough for a large group to all quickly shower at all. The lights on the path from the house in front and back don't work and we couldn't use the large TV in the basement or in the bedrooms as no remotes. The fridge advertised in the storage room doesn't work and the lighting went out in the storage room and property management was contacted but never showed up to fix it...so couldn't really see to do laundry. The water needs treated to avoid staining and taste is not good so we had to purchase water for everything including coffee and the dogs. There are several outlets that don't work and lamps that don't work either or the ceiling fan/light in the living room. Things are dated- especially the carpeting.
4.3
We had a great stay. Overall, great views and we enjoyed our stay. Having said that the house if showing some age. The property had an odor to the water and in the pipes. The water even stained the white towels. Might be the iron in the water or a septic tank issue. The hot water heater is small for 7 people and property can sleep up to 10. Camp showers and spacing out showers made it work. We were said to see the 2-person kayak had water in the air bladders when we arrived so we could not use it, but the floats and the dock were great.
4.3
Loved the view and the house was beautiful. We got a pontoon rental and enjoyed several rides around the lake. Game room was fun and great family get together. We would go again. Thank you.
4.3
Loved the view and the house was beautiful. We got a pontoon rental and enjoyed several rides around the lake. Game room was fun and great family get together. We would go again. Thank you.
4.3
Awesome stay at a beautiful Lake house!
Loved this place! Relaxing, with plenty of space to stretch out and relax. Beautiful lake views from all of the decks and balconies, with plenty of stuff to do in and around the water!
4.3
Loved this place! Relaxing, with plenty of space to stretch out and relax. Beautiful lake views from all of the decks and balconies, with plenty of stuff to do in and around the water!
4.3
Overall, a great stay. The view from the back porch/balcony is absolutely stunning. Our family enjoyed dinner outside watching the sunset. Also, the communication with the property manager was great, she was very responsive. However, the property could use some touch-up. Cleaning could be better, the basement (with 2 rooms and a large recreation room) smelled/felt damp, and parts of the property wasn't as clean as we hoped. Spider webs in corners of the house that can be easily removed during the cleaning process. Definitely recommend replacing the dishwasher, it was completely yellow inside, so we didn't use it.
But overall, good stay - again the view was awesome.
4.3
We had a very enjoyable weekend at Life is Good. The views are terrific. We loved the amenities especially the deck, paddle boards, kayak, fire put, arcade games and ping pong.
4.3
Fabulous view of the lake
Overall, a great stay. The view from the back porch/balcony is absolutely stunning. Our family enjoyed dinner outside watching the sunset. Also, the communication with the property manager was great, she was very responsive. However, the property could use some touch-up. Cleaning could be better, the basement (with 2 rooms and a large recreation room) smelled/felt damp, and parts of the property wasn't as clean as we hoped. Spider webs in corners of the house that can be easily removed during the cleaning process. Definitely recommend replacing the dishwasher, it was completely yellow inside, so we didn't use it.
But overall, good stay - again the view was awesome.
4.3
Spacious layout. Clean, lot's to do and cozy. We had a great time. Only downside, we couldn't figure out the lights on the decking steps which lead to the front door. Super dark at night.
4.3
Good times at Lake Anna
Spacious layout. Clean, lot's to do and cozy. We had a great time. Only downside, we couldn't figure out the lights on the decking steps which lead to the front door. Super dark at night.
4.3
Beautiful April weekend
We had a very enjoyable weekend at Life is Good. The views are terrific. We loved the amenities especially the deck, paddle boards, kayak, fire put, arcade games and ping pong.
4.3
Wonderful Lakefront Retreat!
Comfortable and well appointed home. The views are amazing! The dock, paddle boards, kayaks, and fire pit offer hours of lakeside entertainment. The ping pong table and video games in the basement are great for kids and rainy days. This house is on a quiet cove perfect for swimming and relaxing. The Cove marina is minutes away offering boat rentals, restaurant, and convenience store. We had a great week!
4.3
Comfortable and well appointed home. The views are amazing! The dock, paddle boards, kayaks, and fire pit offer hours of lakeside entertainment. The ping pong table and video games in the basement are great for kids and rainy days. This house is on a quiet cove perfect for swimming and relaxing. The Cove marina is minutes away offering boat rentals, restaurant, and convenience store. We had a great week!
4.3
The perfect get away
This house is so quiet and comfortable. The house has great amenities like the basement ping pong, darts, and arcade. And the outdoor dock has great fishing, fire pit, and paddles boards and canoe. We had so many hours of fun and relaxation. Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
4.3
This house is so quiet and comfortable. The house has great amenities like the basement ping pong, darts, and arcade. And the outdoor dock has great fishing, fire pit, and paddles boards and canoe. We had so many hours of fun and relaxation. Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
4.3
Life is Good @ the lakehouse in Mineral, VA!
We had an awesome experience staying at Life is Good lakehouse in Mineral, VA! A house with gorgeous views with private lakeside access with a ton of fun amenities (canoe/stand up paddle board, ping pong, darts, Pacman machine etc.) House was clean and tidy along with easy Check in using the Vacasa App. Only heads up is the water has a strong mineral taste/smell (why the town is called Mineral VA)... Will definitely come back again for a wonderful lakeside experience!
4.3
We had an awesome experience staying at Life is Good lakehouse in Mineral, VA! A house with gorgeous views with private lakeside access with a ton of fun amenities (canoe/stand up paddle board, ping pong, darts, Pacman machine etc.) House was clean and tidy along with easy Check in using the Vacasa App. Only heads up is the water has a strong mineral taste/smell (why the town is called Mineral VA)... Will definitely come back again for a wonderful lakeside experience!
4.3
We were pleasantly surprised to see the kitchen has everything you need to cook and clean, the amenities are well maintained and they have thought of the little things a visitor might forget or need. Highly recommend.
4.3
Great vies, outdoors great.
Bring drinking water.
4.3
The house has everything!
We were pleasantly surprised to see the kitchen has everything you need to cook and clean, the amenities are well maintained and they have thought of the little things a visitor might forget or need. Highly recommend.
4.3
We had a great short trip. Kids loved the ping pong table, Pac Man, and darts. Very comfortable and clean.
4.3
Wished we could have stayed longer
We had a great short trip. Kids loved the ping pong table, Pac Man, and darts. Very comfortable and clean.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Anna?
The average price for a rental in Lake Anna is $568 per night. This rental is $141 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lovely lakefront home with private brand-new dock, game room, beach, boat access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Lovely lakefront home with private brand-new dock, game room, beach, boat access pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Lovely lakefront home with private brand-new dock, game room, beach, boat access?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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