Soak up the beautiful lake views from a rocker on the porch or the 2 person hammock between the pine trees. This cozy cottage has 3 BR and 2 Baths and a stocked kitchen to make you feel right at home. Enjoy fishing from your private dock or take a spin in the paddle boat or kayaks provided. After a long day on the lake, you can enjoy a game of pool, classic arcade games, darts, or board games. WiFi is provided as well as 4 smart TVs. There is plenty of parking for your vehicles and water toys. The space This beautiful and simple cozy cottage is on the private Church Branch Lake Division of Lake Marion. Take in the lake scene from the dock at dusk and get up in the morning to a beautiful misty lake and a cup of coffee. Fayz on the Lake restaurant and Dollar General are within walking distance from the cottage. Boat on our smaller private lake, or on the large lake Marion, your choice, both landings are within 2 minutes, unfortunately, the two lakes do not connect by water.
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Caution
No barriers on stairs, porch or lake/dock.
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Events
No events allowed
No large events
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only, please use ashtray
No Pets in or outside the home. If a pet is present you will be asked to leave without a refund. Additionally, you will be charged a $500 fee.
No Smoking inside the home. Use the ashtray provided. Do not throw butts in the lawn, dock, or lake. A $250 extra charge for smoking inside the home.
No illegal drugs.
Important information
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Property # 1414075vb
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
Note from host: No large events
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Manning
Located in Manning, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Santee Indian Mound and Fort Watson Site and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wyboo Golf Club and Angel's Landing Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
Santee Cooper Country Club - 31 min drive - 51.0 km
Santee National Wildlife Refuge - 37 min drive - 46.4 km
Getting around
Florence, SC (FLO-Florence Regional) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
Tommy Mac’s - 25 min drive
Red's Place Bar & Grill - 25 min drive
Georgios Original Pizza - 12 min drive
Palms at Wyboo - 10 min drive
Lakevue Landing - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets?
As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets on 2 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,092, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Archie's Lake Daze Cottage - No Pets located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Marion and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Wyboo Golf Club. Angel's Landing Marina and Lake Moultrie are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very quiet location. The view of the lake was great. Plenty of room for the five of us. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. The beds were a little hard but not unbearable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2026
Hi Kelly thank you for your kind review. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you in the future.
Take care,
Lisa
The cottage was exactly as described and Lisa was great to work with. My husband and I enjoyed a long, relaxing weekend with our daughters. The cottage was quiet, private, and the hammock was perfect for my afternoon naps.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Jenny,
Thank you for the great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again sometime.
Take care
We can't recommend this property more enthusiastically. It's the perfect place to escape for a few days. Not kidding, you won't want to leave. The cottage is nicely furnished with the essentials, and the quiet street, the lake access, and the proximity of Manning and Santee make this the ideal location for a break from the stressors of your life. Make a fire. Go boating, or just read in the hammock. You can't miss with Lisa and this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2026
Robert,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am so glad you enjoyed yourselves! We hope to host you again sometime.
Take care
Great place. This is my dream lot. Walk to the lake and peaceful neighborhood. Great with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths for a family. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Dianna,
Thank you for reviewing your stay. We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed yourselves. We hope that we get the opportunity to host you again sometime.
Take care!
Loved the property.....right on the lake! The house was very clean and well stocked. Lisa communicated clearly and quickly. The house binder was organized and clear. We will definitely stay here again
When reading about the home I was under the impression that it was on lake Marion and it is not. Lake Marion does feed this body of water and there is fish in it and the water levels were high enough to dock our boat at the house from a landing about 2 miles away. The home does have a dart board, an arcade game and a pool table but the darts were missing several parts, the arcade was not working and the pool table isn’t level. Yes these may be small things but my husband chose this home based on these things. The king bed was nice but hard for any that has back issues. The only place I had phone service was at the end of the dock or on the lake. They have lots of streaming if you are into watching movies. We did not use the kayak or paddle boat. All and all we enjoyed ourselves and caught fish and the house had everything we needed. The host was awesome and responded quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you for staying with us. We’re glad to hear that overall you enjoyed your stay, caught some fish, found the home had everything you needed, and especially appreciate your kind words about our communication.
We would like to clarify one important point for future guests. Our listing clearly states that the home is not located on Lake Marion, and there is no waterway connecting the property to Lake Marion. We make every effort to describe the location accurately so guests know what to expect before booking.
We apologize about the missing dart pieces, as we were not aware of this and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will get those replaced. The arcade game was unfortunately not working during your stay, which we had communicated to you. We also appreciate you letting us know about the pool table so we can check the leveling.
Mattress comfort can certainly vary from person to person. We have generally received very positive feedback from guests about the comfort of the king bed, but we understand that a firmer mattress may not be comfortable for everyone.
Cell service in this lake-area location can also vary considerably depending on the carrier, which is why we provide Wi-Fi and streaming options at the home.
We’re very happy that you were able to dock your boat at the property, enjoy the fishing, and ultimately had an enjoyable stay. Thank you again for choosing our home and for your feedback.
Archie’s Lake Daze cottage was everything we expected and more! We will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2025
Thank you Crystal, we look forward to hosting you again.
Take care
Verified review
8/10 Good
M W.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The property was very clean and welcoming, the only thing that was
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Hi Dennis,
Thank you for your review but it was cut short somehow so I'm not sure why our rating was lower. We would love your feedback so we can improve for future guests.
Lisa
Our family had a blast, we kayaked, swam and fished. House was super clean, and the games were awesome. We definitely will be back and can’t wait till our next vacation here. Thank you so much for such a beautiful vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Andrew,
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to host you and your family, and we look forward to hosting you again sometime.
Take care,
Lisa
House was great, amenities were great! Host was wonderful and quick to respond. Loved the property, dock and fire pit area. Would have been the perfect trip if fishing had been better. Even though fishing was not great still enjoyed the trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thank you for your great review, we really appreciate it and love it when our guests have a great experience, minus the fish:)
We hope to host you again sometime.
Lisa
We had a great relaxing time! Lots of fishing swimming, games and grilling! Nice little place, with all things you'll need to have fun and cook a good meal! We caught some monster fish off the dock at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Jeff,
Thank you for your wonderful review with pictures. Wow I’m so glad you were able to catch some good sized fish!! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again sometime.
The property was great. Everything was super clean. There was lots of fun things to do and the setting was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review. I’m glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again sometime.
Take care
About the host
Hosted by Lisa M Lucas
We are a retired military family, serving in the Air Force for 26 years. We recently moved to Destin Florida and enjoy the area very much. We have 2 older sons, our oldest son lives in San Antonio TX, working in Cyber Security. Our youngest son lives in New York and works for a Tech company. We enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking, and traveling. We love visiting the lake house as often as we can and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
Even though this property was falling apart when we purchased it, we fell in love with it. We renovated everything from the foundation, walls, and ceilings. You can not beat the view, it's relaxing and beautiful in all seasons.
What makes this property unique
This cottage has a beautiful lake view. If your looking for a peaceful relaxing vacation this is the place for you. For your inside entertainment, we provide a pool table, dart board, arcade machine with 60 classic games, board games, and Smart TVs. Outside we provide a hammock, water toys, outside games, 2 kayaks, and a paddle boat. Kayaks and paddle boat are to be used at your own risk.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests