Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip

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4.8
Outstanding(103 Reviews)

House in Lake Anna, VA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Cozy cottage on 5 rolling acres with expansive lake and sunset views, and two kayaks. Enjoy the still morning with a paddle, or coffee on the porch. Rent a boat and/or 2 jetskis on-site, perfect for water sports and fishing. Relax on the day bed with a book, or visit a local distillery, winery, or cidery. Or just enjoy the privacy of your own waterfront lounge space and listen to the water lap on the shore. Take in historical sights, walk the Lake Anna Boardwalk and dine lakeside. 45 min to Fredericksburg, 55 to UVA.

The space:
Open floor plan, two bedrooms, bonus daybed w/ trundle, and ceiling fans in every room for that tropical feel.

Comfortable queen beds. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking in or try one of our local restaurants.

Lake Anna is the second largest lake in the state of Virginia, measuring 17 miles long with 200 miles of shoreline.

Plenty to do in the area, such as:

***The Boardwalk on Lake Anna
The prime location for retail shops, dining, and waterfront fun. Enjoy some rest and relaxation and great fun with family and friends in a tranquil setting against the breathtaking views of Lake Anna. 500′ of waterfront boardwalk; shops include a convenience store, water sports supplies, and more; sports bar & grill/ family dining. Play a round of mini-golf at The Boardwalk on Lake Anna, home to local favorite, Tim’s at Lake Anna. Tim’s is a restaurant and crab house in one, with a laidback, resort feel. Indoor and outdoor waterfront seating.

***Goochland Drive-in
Step back in time at a drive-in movie theatre.

***Lake Anna State Park
The crown jewel of Lake Anna’s local activities is Lake Anna State Park. The park spans 2,810 acres with more than 10 miles of lake frontage.

***Dickson’s Store
Dickinson’s Store has always been a local draw, remodeled to give the old country store a few modern amenities. Deli counter and home to the stone Beer Cave, housing a wide variety of unique craft beers at optimal temperatures.

***History
Lake Anna is steeped in Civil War and American history. The most notable historical events include the Battle of Chancellorsville in Spotsylvania, which resulted in more casualties than any other engagement ever fought on Virginia soil, including the wounding of General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson.

***Visit the site of the May 1864 Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse. 45-minute guided walking tours, featuring the “Bloody Angle” where the battle lasted two weeks and included bitter hand-to-hand combat.

***King's Dominion Amusement Park, 30 minutes away in Doswell
Families will enjoy thrilling rides, like Intimidator 305, Delirium, and the newest ride, Twisted Timbers. Twisted Timbers is a wooden coaster with a twist of steel—first of its kind in the mid-Atlantic—that plummets riders down a 109-foot-tall barrel roll drop and sends you twisting and turning at 54 miles per hour. Or take your kids to explore the recently expanded Planet Snoopy. Then, when you need to escape the heat, head to the park’s Soak City, which features water slides, rushing rivers, and a 650,000-gallon wave pool.

The activity options are endless! So much to do! Or just hideaway at the cottage, enjoying rural lake life. It's all good

Cooper Vineyards - 27 min drive
Louisa Arts Center - 29 min drive
Chancellorsville Battlefield - 30 min drive
University of Virginia - 55 min drive

***Great Location with easy access
Conveniently located near U. S. Route 522 for ease of access from Rt. 29 (James Monroe Hwy.).Distance from Washington, DC: 80 miles. Distance from Richmond, VA: 50 miles. Distance from Charlottesville, VA: 40 miles. Distance from Fredericksburg, VA: 20 miles.

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 56 min drive
Guest access
Parking for three cars in front of cottage. Do not block driveway please. Keyless entry, make yourselves at home. Reach out with any questions or concerns.
Other things to note
We love dogs! $150 per dog. Please advise if bringing a dog(s). We want to welcome your dog with some treats too! A separate request for payment of pet fee will come through Airbnb's Resolution Center, as they don't add it to your initial payment.

*The home is set back from the lake about 175 feet, while you are not directly on the lake... there are expansive lake views and you will have access to a dock. We love the cottage and feel like its our lake home away from home, but also wanted to set expectations for your stay!

*Please also note that we share our driveway with the small marina - while this is a huge bonus as you will have easy access to boat and jet ski rentals, we do want to be sure that you're aware that vehicles may be coming and going from the marina via the driveway.

*We are positioned along a quiet, country road across from a farm. It is rarely busy, but there may be occasional road noise.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV

Map of Lake Anna, VA

Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(103 Reviews)
4.8
Dec 2023
Heron Point Cottage is clean, comfortable with a beautiful view of the lake. It is well supplied with wood for the fire pit and is a great place for star gazing. Perfect for a couple or small family.
4.8
Dec 2023
If you could recommend another location that close to the lake
4.8
Dec 2023
It was our 25th anniversary. 25 years is diamond. This lake view cottage was a true gem!! Clean and bright. Lake view was breathtaking. We will be back.
4.8
Dec 2023
My husband and our friends truly enjoyed our weekend at Heron Pointe Cottage. Lovely home, beautiful view - it was a refreshing weekend we will cherish. Our host was very helpful and available.
4.8
Dec 2023
Perfect location for a weekend getaway. Really enjoyed using the fire pit and the kayaks on site.
4.8
Nov 2023
This property fit all our needs. The kitchen was well-stocked, the bed was comfortable, and cottage was cozy. There is a restaurant a couple miles away as well as a grocery store. We were there to fish, so the proximity of the boat ramp to the cottage was perfect. We have already booked this property for our Spring trip.
4.8
Jun 2023
We've stayed at this property before and enjoyed our time. We have a boat and access to the lake is very convenient and easy. Has all the essentials and is a nice place for a small group to get away to Lake Anna.
4.8
Jun 2022
Overall, the property is well decorated, it was generally clean, the kitchen has what you need with nice appliances, and the host was generally responsive. We enjoyed the visit to the area and the location worked for our needs. The kayaks were nice to have and we did make use of them. We are grateful for the opportunity to rent this property at a time our family, with our small dog, needed a getaway and it served that purpose and was convenient to the lake and local restaurants. However, rentals are a business and we feel it necessary to share our experience. We did run into many friction points that really stacked up and this review is a reflection of our cumulative experiences. Most of the issues were not worth a phone call or simply were a bigger ask than an immediate fix. Some were just visual detractors from the total experience. The house is not as close to the lake as the description might imply but it is a super short walk. You can see the lake water from the property which is nice but you really don't “experience” it from this distance. The house is right off a paved road as well as a gravel road for a boat launch. For being described as a quiet location, there was quite a bit of traffic over almost all 4 days we were there. My family even remarked at this without prompting. Much of it was related to the boat launch. However, the evenings were generally peaceful with no traffic; mornings and days a little less so. There was also some unexpected road work related to tree cutting and disposal - that was just bad luck on our part. The little beach was a nice touch for the kids, but when we arrived there was a big rotting fish carcass next to it. It did not look like it was something that may have washed ashore but rather discarded perhaps by a boat launch user. With the beach listed as a feature, I expected some rudimentary property management around it. The kayaks served their purpose and really were nice to have available - but one is in need of repair as the seat was broken - but usable. Both storm doors had issues. The main entrance door has a bent rod on the pneumatic closer which caused issues with the door closing. The front storm door has seal issues that allow a lot of bugs to enter. This lead to needing to leave the solid doors closed all trip and did not give our dog a place to look out and watch the outside as she prefers to do when indoors. The main door programmable lock failed twice to unlock, fortu

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Anna?

The average price for a rental in Lake Anna is £295 per night. This rental is £100 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip. 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 Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip 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 Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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