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“WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views

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Enjoy gazebo overlook with your morning coffee. Table and chairs not shown.
The front of ''The Manor House". There is also plenty of parking.
The large covered porch w seating overlooks the large yard, gazebo & Reservoir.
Manor House Patio and gazebo.
The fully stocked and renovated kitchen spills out to the sun room/wine bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Moseley, VA
  • Place, River City Sportsplex
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Southside Speedway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Metro Richmond Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

semi private room

1 Double Bed

semi private room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

“WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views

The "WaterView" Manor House is a waterfront property offering patios and gazebos and waterfront walking trails overlooking scenic views of the Swift Creek Reservoir. Enjoy the private Park-like setting, its balconies, and overlooks in a comfortable newly renovated home! We are 2 miles from Amber Grove wedding venue and happy to accommodate guests in for local sports tournaments.

THE SPACE:
The Manor house offers a fabulous exterior full-length patio view of the Swift Creek reservoir in the Midlothian area. It sits on a hilltop with a private park-like setting and a gazebo overlook.
It has 4 bedrooms and 2 and a half baths plus a secluded den area with 2 full-sized beds with room dividers for privacy. (These bedrooms are visually private and semi-private to sound. The master bedroom has a king bed and personal bathroom. Enjoy your morning coffee on the balcony off the bedroom overlooking the water view. The second king bedroom also offers a balcony view and shares the hall bath with the third king bedroom and the queen bedroom.

The fully stocked and newly renovated kitchen spills open to the sunroom with a bar, high-top tables, and a TV for watching afternoon ball games. The sunroom also has a dart board hanging on the wall for leisure time.
The breakfast nook seating 4-6 has double doors and opens up to the covered porch and beautiful water views with plenty of outdoor seating.
The dining room also offers seating for 4-6 people.

The family room offers 3 couches for seating and has a TV for your enjoyment.
The den has a designated work space and 2 full-sized beds for additional sleeping with attractive room dividers between bed spaces for additional privacy.

Kayaks and other water sports can be rented locally, ask the host.

OTHER "WaterView" OPTIONS:
*Enjoy "The WaterView Gardens" when looking for a hike through the estate grounds. It features a covered outdoor pavilion a parklike setting, walking paths, and a floating pier leading to the "Herons Perch" gazebo. Complimentary to all WaterView guests.

Other rental options: The “WaterView" Pavilion: 4 king beds, and a futon and just a short walk from the manor house and is also available as a booking.


*The "WaterView" Iconic Gem: 9 bedroom Estate residence available for larger groups. Sleeps 20.

GUEST ACCESS:
There are 3 rental options on the Estate property.
The "WaterView" Iconic Gem Estate Residence.
The "WaterView" Manor house.
The "WaterView" Pool and Pavilion.

Accessing the estate is exclusive only to the property guests.
We ask that all guests respect others who may be staying in any one of the 3 locations.
Ask the host for additional information regarding any of the estate rental options.
There is key code access that will be given to each guest prior to arrival.


***Ask the host for additional information about any of the Estate rental options and water sports rentals.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

Frequently asked questions

Is “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views on 29 June 2026 start from AU$691, 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 “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “WaterView” The Manor house, waterfront property with stunning views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of River City Sportsplex, Southside Speedway and Regal Commonwealth. Uptown Alley and Bowl America Southwest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

brent m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic experience at the Manor House. Host was quick to respond and accommodating. Check-in and check-out experience was smooth and easy to follow.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Wedding get away

This place was wonderful our family of 12 enjoyed the property! The rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stacie K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Host was very accommodating. The 2nd bathroom's shower needs repair - water came out like a garden house and took awhile for main bathroom's shower to get hot water. Musty smell in sunroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect!

The house, location and view were amazing. The owner met our needs perfectly. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Manor House was lovely. We had between 6 and 9 people staying and the accommodations were perfect. Could have easily slept several more.The grounds are so pretty and private. We really felt like we were in our own little world. About 20 deer visited in the early evening and we enjoyed watching them roam the grounds.Alyson was awesome to work with. Responsive, accommodating and a great host!Thanks for sharing this lovely property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie H.

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

Sooners in VA

Beautiful property and huge house! A deer greeted us when we got there and we saw many more. You cant really get all the way down to the lake easily, but lots of nature to walk thru. Host was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lulu Kably C.

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

Great Place to be with Family

We had a great family reunion! Surrounded by nature! My daughter was so excited because we even saw some deers outside the property. I totally recommend the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luiis A. C.

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

Excellent property

A natural wild life area , a good and nice view to the lage , big house and good acommodation for the family.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2023
Thank you for staying with us, we look forward to your return in the summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

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

Family Wedding

We stayed here with family for a wedding at Amber Grove. Great location, beautiful home, wonderful location ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Jennifer I am so glad you all enjoyed your stay at our WaterView home! And yes we are a very short drive to Amber Grove. I am so glad this worked well for you all. Alyson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meave T.

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

Family wedding

What a wonderful property in a beautiful location. The host was extremely responsive to all our questions. Perfect for a family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan E.

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

Perfect stay for our work trip in Richmond

The Manor House was a perfect fit for our needs. Plenty of comfortable space inside and we were able to park four 26' box trucks! We enjoyed the kitchen space, grill and beautiful grounds. Our team will most certianly return when we are back in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2024
We are so glad you all enjoyed your stay, the scenery and the amenities Jeremiah! Come back and chill with us again! Alyson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy A.

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

Beautiful Property

Great experience. Plenty of room for family. Kitchen well appointed. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The home is well furnished and located in a private quiet area overlooking Swift Creek Reservoir. We spent most of the day enjoying the gazebo and porch. The deer feeding outside the front door were fun to watch. This manor house would be perfect for a larger group. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leesa S.

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

Week long stay

We had a great time meeting up with our family that came in from several different places over Christmas. The Manor house was spacious for our 13. The grounds are beautiful! Close proximity to shopping while still a very private secluded property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Z.

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

Out of town wedding

I have 5 sisters and we were all able to stay together for my nephews wedding. Great location to relax take in the view of the lake, large table on the back porch where we played games and shared meals and laughs It was everything we hoped
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Ideal place for a family reunion

Came to town for a family wedding. Needed space for 10 people including a 4 year old and 2 year old. Plenty of space. Our only regret was that due to wedding festivities we didn’t have much time to enjoy all the property had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Location/Venue

We held our wedding at this awesome venue. Will be sending a message to the property manager about a few issues, but nothing that would keep me from renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful

We would definitely recommend for any large families. Owners were great and communication was 5 star. Tha k you so much it definitely helped us through a very tough time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Chris, I so hope that you and your family are doing well since your very tough journey. We were happy to host you all and hope you return to us. God bless, Alyson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Family Reunion/Matriarch 95th Birthday

This was the perfect place for my family from out of town to gather during my mother's 95th birthday weekend! Plenty of space to gather and spend time with each other and other family that came in from out of town in a lovely setting out of the way of the hustle and bustle of everyday life but close to all the places we needed to go. The host was most responsive to our needs as well! The fact that it was wheelchair accessible was the top selling point since my mother is in an electric wheelchair!! Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha T.

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

My grandson graduations

"It was such a beautiful place for my grandson's graduation. Instead of renting a hotel, our family came from Leesburg and stayed in the house. The backyard was stunning, with a lovely deck and a beautiful view of the lake. We enjoyed preparing lunch together as a family on Saturday. My granddaughter played outside while my grandson invited a couple of friends to join us. If you enjoy neutral outdoors, this is a fantastic place to stay."
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2024
Natasha, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at The Manor House as well as our outdoor amenities! Please come again! Alyson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Beautiful hidden paradise

We came for a softball tournament and it was a perfect place to unwind and relax at night!!! There is plenty of space and never ending hot water which is a plus when everyone needs to shower at the end of the day… the owner was quick to respond and very accommodating.. the beds where comfy and the house was very clean!!! We will definitely come back in the future!!! Oh and my brother and son and nephews probably had the most fun fishing, hunting frogs and firefly’s!!! Thank you for sharing your home!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Serene Setting

WaterView Manor House was a nice quiet setting for our family gathering. Walks through the trees or to the gazebo to take in the view were relaxing. There was ample sleeping space for our large family! The Manor home was very clean and stocked well with bath towels etc. The kitchen isn’t huge but you’ll find plenty of adjacent places to eat around the kitchen. We took advantage of the nice weather and huge deck to eat several meals outside. Well situated to all we needed to attend over the weekend too. Alyson is an excellent host and replied right away to any questions I had. She was great to work with!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

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

Manor House

We enjoyed the roominess of the house. The property was private and peaceful with lots of deer and a groundhog. The bedrooms were big and comfortable. The house and grounds need some TLC. It is too great of a place not to keep up with the little things. The light cover for the main kitchen light was hanging down when we got there and we could not get it back up. We put it to the right of the washer/dryer. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Quiet with a great view

We had a great time. We had 3 adults and 4 teenagers. We stayed in the 4 bedrooms upstairs. There are two more beds off of the living room in the semi-private room. The house was very clean! The view of the lake was wonderful. The house is surrounded by trees. You can't see another house. It's very quiet. We had plenty of room, too. The host was also responsive to all of our questions and helped make our Thanksgving memorable. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2023
Jessica, thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our home. We are so happy to accommodate. Please come again! Alyson

About the host

Hosted by Alyson Stinson

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I am Alyson, the host. Our property is managed by Tina who you will be speaking to directly when arranging your stay on Our 100 acres estate private property in Midlothian.
She has "Super Host" status and she will take excellent care of you from beginning to end of your stay.

My parents are the owners of these "WaterView" homes.
They are Jim and Paulanne Thacker. They raised 3 girls and loved life and loved friends and family. They built the main home we now call "The Iconic Gem" and "The Pool Pavilion" knowing they wanted family and friends to join them for all occasions. We celebrated all occasions with many special people for 40-plus years.

For several years our father drove a car at Southside Speedway in the late model division "just for kicks". Memorabilia can be seen in the pool room and garage of the main house. He had many unique hobbies and was certainly a unique man. He passed in 2010

The construction of the home took over 3 years and was completed in 1980. Our parents along with their architect enjoyed designing all of the many details of the home. The exterior rooflines and exterior windows inside became a theme throughout.

The pavilion was added 15 years later and was certainly enjoyed by family and many friends.

Our father and our sister Lori established a wedding business "Celebrations At The Reservoir" offering multiple beautiful wedding locations in and around the estate property (excluding the main house/Iconic Gem") for 17 years. Due to our sister, Lori's death in 2019 Celebrations terminated the wedding business in 2021. Shortly after Lori's death, our mother Paulanne moved to a smaller home.

My sister Carol and I then took over the management of the estate and were then faced with the upkeep expenses. Knowing how our parents enjoyed sharing their home we decided to prepare the homes for short-term rental and begin to share our blessings in this way.

We hope you all enjoy the beauty that we love and have appreciated for many years.

Why they chose this property

Our parents purchased this unique Midlothian property thinking they would own horses as our sister Lori loved to ride. They never owned horses but they did have cows on the property and kept them in the field near the Manor house for a while. The Manor house was the only home on the 100 acre property when Jim and Paulanne purchased it. They rented the home as a "long term" rental before it became the office and wedding site of "Celebrations".

Certainly the beauty of the reservoir was also a draw when purchasing the property.
When purchased in the mid 70's, Woolridge Road was a "country" road and the popular neighborhoods Woodlake and Brandermill did not exist. The area has changed considerably through the years. Now, new neighborhoods and shopping is abundant.

What makes this property unique

Our parents loved enjoying walks along the water and after building the home Jim and Paulanne began to create the walkways and gazebos and "The Gardens" formally called the "Azalea Gardens". Prior to have the outdoor Pavilion there were hundreds of azaleas in the area.
They hired a man named Gene Morris who was a stone mason. Gene spent years building stone walkways and walls around the property. Gene became a dear friend of our parents as well as did many men and women who worked on the property. Our parents were truly opened arms loving people.
Our mother takes pleasure knowing that you also will also enjoy the walkways and "sitting areas" as mom called them around the property.

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