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Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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View from top story thru multi-story windows in the family room, looking at lake
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mineral, VA
  • Place, Lake Anna State Park
  • Place, Lake Anna
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, North Anna Nuclear Information Center
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

lower level bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

main floor 1/2 bath

Toilet

Master Bedroom Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

upstairs hall bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit

Welcome to Vista Place, a stunning lakefront getaway on the private side of Lake Anna. Enjoy panoramic water views, a spacious home with modern amenities, and a relaxing boathouse retreat. Perfect for families seeking both adventure and tranquility.
Property Highlights
• 4 bedrooms • 3.5 baths • Sleeps 10 (max 8 adults)
• Over 200 feet of private lake frontage with a gently sloping, sandy-bottom beach
• Two-story great room with floor-to-ceiling windows and stone fireplace
• Open-concept kitchen, dining area, and family room with hardwood floors
• Screened porch, expansive deck with Weber grill and picnic seating for 8
• Boat house with covered seating, sun deck, and shaded swimming area
• Fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and fiber broadband internet

The Space
Enjoy sweeping lake views from nearly every room. The kitchen features maple cabinetry, dark granite counters, and a walk-in pantry. There’s plenty of seating—bar stools for 4, breakfast table for 4, standing bar for 4, and dining table for 6.
On the lower level, relax in the game room with a ping pong table, foosball, large-screen TV, and comfy sectional—ideal for family game nights.

The home includes YouTube TV and fiber internet (perfect for streaming or remote work). TVs are in the main living area, game room, master bedroom, and upstairs queen room.

Outdoor Living
Unwind on the screened porch or grill dinner on the spacious deck. Head to the boathouse for shaded lounging or sunbathing on the upper deck. The sandy beach area has a gentle, shaded entry—perfect for children.
Included for guest use:
• 2 adult paddleboards
• 2 adult kayaks
• 2 children’s kayaks (≤130 lbs)
• 1 large floating swim mat

Community Amenities
Just ½ mile away, enjoy access to:
• Swimming pool (open Memorial Day–Labor Day)
• Tennis/pickleball and basketball courts
• Children’s playground
• Boat launch

The neighborhood is golf-cart friendly (signed use agreement and proof of insurance required).

Guest Access & Rules
Guests have exclusive access to the entire home, dock, and yard.
• No pets and no smoking
• Minimum age 26 to rent (under 26 must be accompanied by parent/guardian)
• No parties or events (per Louisa County ordinance)
• Max occupancy: 8 adults / 10 total
• Boat lifts are not for guest use, but boats may tie up alongside the dock.

Practical Details
• Covered 2-car carport + driveway space for boat trailer
• Fully equipped kitchen + chest freezer
• Washer/dryer available on-site
• Baby high chair, Pack-n-play
• Crockpot
• Games, books, and movies provided
• 4 miles to grocery, ABC store, pizza, and Chinese restaurants

Things to Bring
• Toiletries, lake towels, paper goods
• Coffee (K-Cups or ground), condiments, and personal life jackets
• Beach/lake toys

Location
Vista Place offers a serene cove setting on the main lake, providing the perfect mix of peaceful swimming and beautiful lake activity views. The private side of Lake Anna is quieter, with no public marinas—fuel must be brought in portable containers.

You’ll also find local hiking, wineries, and golf nearby (ask about access to the private Cutalong Golf Club).


The Neighborhood
The community is one of the best communities on the lake. You have a community swimming pool, tennis courts and playset. Please be respectful of common areas. You will enjoy access to all including the boat launch. Enjoy walking and hiking on open traffic-free roads. No Fireworks are allowed.

Getting Around
Located five minutes from a grocery store (via car). Car is a must. Many local places to visit.
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House Rules and rental contract provided here on VRBO to review prior to booking and is considered signed when you book. We will also ask that you fill in the rental agreement with names and number of guests and provide valid driver's license to accept booking.

Check-in is after 4PM
Check out: 11:00 am
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Things we recommend you bring:
1. Toilet paper (we provide a starter roll)
2. Paper towels (we provide starter roll)
3 Laundry detergent and dryer sheets - We provide laundry detergent for your use but if you have a favorite, bring it.
4. Coffee: We have two machines (a traditional drip coffeemaker and a Keurig K-cup machine). If you drink coffee you will need to bring ground coffee for the traditional brewer or K-cups for the Keurig.
5. Any food, drinks and spices or other ingredients (e.g., sugar or flour) that you'll need for your stay - we highly recommend picking up graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate bars and making s'mores by the fire pit
6. Body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal toiletries (we have a hair dryer located in the master bath).
7. Lake beach towels: While you'll find bath towels at the house for your use, you'll need to bring along your own towels for the lake, beach.
8. Life jackets - to ensure that you have proper fitting life jackets we recommend you bring your own for safety. We do have life jackets in the boathouse for convenience but can not guarantee that they will be in proper working order and/or not lost from previous guests. You are responsible for the safety of your party.


Provided:
1. Hand soap
2. Dishwasher tablets
3. Linens for all beds
4. Bath towels (inside use only)
5. Trash pick up at the house. Trash and recyclables will need to bagged and easily fit into the trash cans provided. No trash can be left outside of the trash cans. You may need to take a trip during the week to the recycling center dependent upon your amount of trash. There will be a fee accessed if trash is left outside of trash container and not bagged.

Please note there are some things there like coffee filters, oil, salt/pepper but are more for convenience than for 'provision'.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn the AC to 74 degrees F in the summer and 58 degrees F in the winter on both levels of the house please.
Please make sure that all the kayaks paddle boards are placed on the rack & the paddles are hung appropriately in the boat house. Please let us know if there is any damage or missing paddles.
We ask our guests to ensure the outside grill is cleaned and if the propane is all gone, to replace with extra tank provided.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All guests staying in the house need to be listed on the rental agreement. A signed STR agreement required via email after booking.
MAXIMUM 8 adults, no exceptions A drivers license may be required for booking. No parties.
Inside fireplaces not for use - outside fire pit

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mineral

Located in Mineral, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Anna and Lake Anna State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Belmont Park and Louisa Town Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Mineral, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • North Anna Nuclear Information Center - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Lake Anna Winery - 21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Lake Anna Marina - 24 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kings Dominion - 48 min drive - 57.2 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anna Cabana - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant at Lake Anna - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dk’s Coffee And Ice Cream - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mineral restaraunt - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Taphouse - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Retreat to Celebrate the Holidays with Family: quiet, games, firepit located?

This family-friendly Mineral holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Anna and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Anna State Park and North Anna Nuclear Information Center. High Point Marina and Anna Point Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eva K.

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

Beautiful house

Wonderful stay with family friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Great location

We had a great stay! The house was as pictured and the lake was amazing! We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect vacation spot with the family for a week! The house was clean and well appointed with plenty of space for all. The location couldn’t have been better and had easy access to boat rentals, mini golf, grocery store and ice cream shop. The shaded private beach and boat dock provided hours of fun for the little ones. Anne was very responsive with any questions we had. Grateful for this comfortable rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara O.

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

Perfect lake weekend

Great house, great location, easy communication. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

We definitely want to return. The property was clean, well appointed, quiet and conveniently located (especially when we had to call for a tow of our Waverunner).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terri S.

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

Family vac

We had a wonder time. Great location and beautiful house
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulina M.

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

Perfect Get Away!

Anne replied to all our questions fast and was very accommodating to all our needs. We loved the house and had such a great long weekend. Everyone enjoyed the lake and morning runs. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nickie H.

What an amazing weekend

We had an amazing weekend at this beautiful lakeside home. Every amenity was available that we could even thing of, and the house was very well appoint d and cozy. Beds were very comfortable and the movie room downstairs was perfect. The lake is beautiful and very quiet in that area. Our girls loved the kayaks and paddle boards. Thanks so much for an opportunity to use your beautiful home. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Lovely, spotless lakefront house!

We had a wonderful stay at this lakefront house. The house was spotless and spacious. We loved being right on the lake and the views are incredible. The house is on the quiet side of the lake and there are beautiful trees providing lots of privacy from neighbouring properties. We loved using the boathouse and took the kayaks out more than once each day. There’s a stunning farm/woods across the water that was fun to kayak along. We enjoyed s’mores by the fire pit each evening. We saw so many great blue herons, woodpeckers and other interesting birds. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was streamlined and easy! Excellent communication leading up to our stay. The house was beautiful and right on the lake. Every morning we woke up and went kayaking as a family, enjoying the peaceful environment and nature. House was equipped with everything we needed and it made vacationing there easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

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

NOT OUR FIRST VISIT, WON’T BE OUR LAST

Before we stayed here, we never stayed anywhere more than once. This was our second year here and it won’t be our last. Beautiful lake, just warm enough to refresh. Home is well appointed and well maintained. We love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Amazing Property

We had a great long weekend at thus beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Wonderful weekend

This property was perfect! We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Waterside Family Vacation

Our extended family very much enjoyed our second stay at Vista Place. The house is comfortably furnished, has numerous spaces to hang out alone or in small groups when quiet time is needed, and is well cared for. During our late fall visit, we mainly enjoyed the interior spaces and peaceful atmosphere. Visiting during the summer allowed us to take advantage of the boat house deck (with ladder access from the water), kayaks, paddle boards, float pad, and the sandy beach area shaded from the afternoon sun. We spent lots of time on the screened porch during both visits. We appreciated the privacy of the property and were pleasantly surprised by how quiet this area of the lake was even in summer. The host Anne was very responsive to our inquiries and even volunteered suggestions to beginning paddleboarders on how to use Vista Place’s equipment. We just wish we had thought to bring our binoculars for checking out the variety of birds in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

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

Best Family Vacation in Years

Beautiful clean, well maintained home. Great location, private beach, fire pit, and boat house. I can’t say enough about how much the entire family loved this place. We will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

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

Great house!

Loved the house! Clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Lake House Delivers

The lake house on Lake Anna had all the amenities that were advertised. Our daughters and their families had a wonderful experience swimming, kayaking, jumping on the float mat and playing ping pong. The house was in excellent condition with all utilities working well. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen V.

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

Perfect spot on the lake

This property was well planned and well situated by the lake. It was a perfect place for young and old in the family. The best parts were the warm lake water, shaded beach for kids, well-designed boat house, water activities available, big kitchen, playroom, and screened porch. We loved all of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shanon H.

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

Nice but not pristine

Enjoyed the community and dock. However the inside property needed to be sprayed as there seemed to be an excessive amount of bugs even though the host had shared that the property is in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

Spent a beautiful weekend with family at Vista Place. Everything was perfect. The weather, the neighborhood, and especially the views! Anne was great communicating with me from the initial check in to check out and very accommodating. We will be back for another family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Best family vacation!

I've rented on Lake Anna for years, and this has been (by far) the best house & property! I traveled this year with my wife and three young kids, my parents, and my brother. The house has a great layout and is very clean and well kept. The property was the real highlight of our stay with the unbelievable backyard! There is a nice dock & boathouse, firepit, and best of all, private beach! The kids and adults alike had a blast hanging out at the beach, swimming, and enjoying adventures on the Lilypad, kayaks, and paddleboards (all provided by the owners!). As an added bonus, trees provided the perfect amount of shade at the beach in the afternoon. At the end of trip, my mom said "This was one of my favorite and most relaxing vacations I've ever been on." Thanks, and we hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful!

Our multi-generational group loved this house during our first vacation to Lake Anna. Location was great, walk right out back to private dock and beach. House was great, with comfortable furniture and beds. Great to have lots of outdoor equipment (2 kayaks, 2 kid kayaks, 2 paddleboards). Owner was very communicative and responded to messages quickly. Hope to book again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Another great trip to Lake Anna

We had another great stay at Lake Anna. The house is great for families and the neighborhood is very quiet. The kids enjoyed fishing off the dock and using the new splash pad.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chu Y.

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

Perfect house for a long weekend getaway

House was very clean and nice. Great amenities and perfect waterfront property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Coralia J.

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

Allergies kicked in triggering throwing up

My sister has serious allergies she stepped in the house and they flared up as soon as she came in the house and she said there was definitely more than one cat in the house at some point. She kept throwing up and had hives none of us own cats by the way. Needless to say she ended up leaving earlier than the rest of us because it triggered her fibromyalgia. The house is nice my other sister had to mop floor because the kitchen floor was sticky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anne

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We have been avid Lake Anna goers for over 2 decades. We want to share the joy of Lake Anna with you. Enjoy our lovely lake home that has magnificent views both from inside and out. The boat dock is located on the main part of the lake but tucked away for safe swimming. It is an excellent water skiing area. We have enjoyed many fun and relaxing days with our children, family and friends and invite you to do the same.

Why they chose this property

The property is one of the best in The Waters on the Private side. It is many great features with a large family room for everyone to gather, plenty of outside space with a large deck and screened in porch. A fun rec room with ping pong, foosball, large screen TV for movies or watching your favorite game. We are in one of the most upscale Lake Anna neighborhoods with a swimming pool, basketball courts and tennis courts as well as a playground for small children. Find easy access to the grocery store and restaurants. We have all the necessary kitchen gadgets for cooking a great family meal or just grilling some steaks. We hope we have created a small oasis of fun for you.

What makes this property unique

Amazing Waterfront Retreat in The Waters at Lake Anna
Discover your dream lake getaway at this stunning waterfront home in the sought-after Waters subdivision of Lake Anna. This beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home combines modern comfort with lakefront charm. Enjoy an open-concept kitchen, dining, and great room with soaring two-story windows framing breathtaking lake views. A stone fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors set the perfect tone for cozy evenings. The kitchen features rich maple cabinetry, dark granite countertops, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Step outside to a large screened porch and expansive deck—ideal for outdoor dining or sunset cocktails. Your private boathouse includes a screened seating area, sunny upper deck, and gently sloping shaded beach—perfect for swimming, relaxing, or launching a kayak.

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