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Amazing Waterfront Home in Private setting!
Bumpass, VA

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9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 186 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 186 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brandy J.

Peace, Bugs & Fishing
We had a pretty descent time at this place. Though there were a few great things we loved and a few things that weren't so enjoyable. The proximity to the lake, the massive prep space in the kitchen, the air fry capable convection oven, and the general tranquility; makes this place fantastic. The not so great things are: lots of spiders and spider webs inside and outside of the place (outside was expected however, lol), lack of attention to details by the cleaners (dusty in corners and behind television), the internet in the living room was not operable while we were there, and the trash situation was a little confusing (not sure if it was the prior guests or an unknown miscommunication). The overall consensus here is that this place is ideal for the person or people who enjoy being close to the beauty of the lake, but don't expect a luxury experience (there is NO garbage disposal and a tree might fall at any moment). No seriously, a tree fell onto the driveway, while we were there! Our pup did have a fantastic time chasing squirrels, I enjoyed the fishing and cooking in the kitchen, and husband enjoyed the peace and quiet. I hope some TLC goes into the place (basic repairs to the deck and stairs, a deep clean of the entire place, and some grounds maintenance). But even in its current condition, it's a good place that can certainly be great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had a great time on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake front
Easy to park your boat. Great area for water sports
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lance H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Monumental Disappointment
Disappointing from the moment we pulled in. I use VRBO quite often. Greeted in the driveway with overflowing large trash bins that had been there for several days. All of the trash bins on the side of the house were also full. They smelled horrible and were disgusting. Host inquired if the trash was left, but never sent anyone to remove the trash. Arrived on a Th evening and they were still full with nowhere to leave our trash by checkout on Sunday. House has a definite funk to it with off putting smells, that are a combo of stale lake water and lack of cleanliness. House is very poorly finished, furnished, and in disrepair. Chunks of paint missing on walls. Screws in walls that looked to have had pictures on them at one point which are now long gone and holes in the doors. Oddly configured home with no bathroom on the first floor, so be aware if you have guests that need a bathroom but may not travel stairs well. My wife reached out to the host upon her arrival to let them know of the moldy showers and shower curtains. Host replied in the morning telling us they would reimburse if we wished to replace the shower curtains. My wife had to clean the bathrooms before we could use them as they were disgusting. Lawn clippings were thick and should have been removed. I messaged the host to rectify as I don’t think this property lived up to the ads or costs. Have waited a week and no response. I definitely would not recommend this property. Ripped off and blown off.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Suzanne L.

Ok Property
The property was in a good location, private, serene and surrounded by trees. The inside was very clean and an added plus that the linens and towels were provided. Some areas of the house were updated and some areas are showing their age. Arrival and access to the house was easy. The lake was beautiful, especially when the sun was setting. We really enjoyed the kayaks and the fire pit. We didn't try to fish off the dock because we felt the water was too shallow. The exterior of the house could really use a lot of TLC. It does not match the pictures. The gutters were clogged, the siding, deck, windows and sills were very dirty. The pedal boat is missing the steering handle. There was a makeshift one that was not usable. The stairs off the deck are steep and the lights on them were not operating so it was a scary dissent after dark, made even more dangerous with the damp leaves that should have been cleared off before our arrival. This property could definitely be 5 star with some repairs and maintenance. Overall, we appreciated our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert H., Westernport

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Needs TLC
We had a few questions about the property when we first arrived. The owner did not respond to our e mail, text, or repeated phone calls. The house meeds some TLC. Especially the outside and the outdoor amenities. The kitchen equipment needs to be updated and replaced. Especially the pots and pans. Other than the above we enjoyed the fire pit and overall the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

joe r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin Weekend
My friends and I booked this property for the weekend to kick back and relax and bbq. The listing did not disappoint at all, the amenities were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

G C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the money, dirty, spiders, and no communication
Honestly, don't think it's worth the price, and the property was full of spiders, spider webs and was cleaned hastily. Grass was partially cut, shower was extremely slippery and my wife slipped and got a concussion. I contacted the owner to no avail. I believe this was a real estate investment aimed at getting milked as much as possible with the least effort. If you can pick alternate solutions, at similar price, I suggest you do so. I own properties too, but also respect those that rent from me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lakefront weekend getaway
We had a wonderful time at this property. Lots to do! We had bonfire, grilled outside and took out the peddle boat for happy hour on the water. It can get buggy, but that is just the location and no fault of the property owner. I would recommend to all!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T., Frederick, md

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebration
Our stay was great. The house was perfect for our family. The kitchen was stocked well with plenty of pots, pans and dishes. The outside was were we spent the majority of our time and between the water, paddle boards and hammock, it was amazing. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Everything was great had no issues checking in it was very private which I loved the little beach area was great for my 2 yr old granddaughter and the water was not very deep it was perfect I hated to leave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
We enjoyed our week on Lake Anna. The whole family enjoyed being right in the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ralph A., Port Jefferson Station, NY

Amazing location
The house was roomy and updated. The kitchen and baths were re done and there was plenty of room for us 7 guys on our annual reunion/kayak/rest vacation. The location is GREAT with plenty of privacy. The only negative is that the exterior of the house needs some attention. Power washing to remove the myriad of cobwebs and major cleaning of the to remove mold from the picnic tables. There also needs to be better outdoor lighting. None of the many solar lights on the steps etc. worked. Just a little elbow grease outside would make a big difference in this very comfortable perfectly situated home. We would absolutely stay here again if we come back to Lake Anna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house getaway
This was such a beautiful property nestled back in the woods but right on the water. Views are gorgeous, water was warm and location was great. Close enough to get to the store or restaurant but far enough to be exclusive. We loved every minute here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place!
Amazing location, house, and amenities! Perfect for kids and adults - We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip
Had a great time with my family.We plan to do it again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lori R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place with dirty dishes and ticks
The house and the yard are great! However, we found a lot of dirty dishes and silverware that had been put away in cabinets and drawers. Like obvious caked-on food. Also, they need to treat the yard. While sitting at the picnic table by the lake we were all crawling with ticks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bass Club Stay
We stayed for 2 nights with 7 members of a bass club. The house had plenty of beds for everyone. We did not feel cramped. Though the dock was small we were able to fit 6 boats with 2 being beached on the sand which wasn’t an issue due to the location being in a protected cove. Communication with the owner was great. He responded back quickly even when we popped the breaker Saturday and we needed access to a locked room to reset the breaker. The only thing that could have made it better would be if there was electric at the dock. If you need to charge boat batteries you will need to bring extension cords. Over all our stay was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marijke S., Olney, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family getaway
We had a relaxing time at this home. Everything was ready when we arrived. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake and playing board games. We would definitely come back to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Kari V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property Wasn't clean like in Pics
The property was FILTHY. From the cobwebs in the corners, to the dirty pillows on the beads to the dirty floors. The lock on the bedroom door with the bunkbeds upstairs literally locked us inside of the room! We could not get out for over an hour and had to bang on the door until someone heard us. The back steps to take the trash down to the bins was broken and nobody should have been walking on it, but we were not warned. The blinds are the original from the home and are dirty and BRIGHT YELLOW. The trashcan was broken as well. This house looked nice online but wasn't clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ana r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Just be careful not to walk on the water front. The neighbors got upset with us when we tried to call the kids to come back. Other than that, it was a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place.
Nice experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Enjoyed my 5 night stay. Very clean and well provisioned home. I was slightly disappointed by the lack of an unobstructed lake view due to the obnoxious boathouse built by the owner of the equally obnoxious McMansion nearby. Just a few very minor complaints about the property that I only mention for the owner, toaster didn’t work, garbage can lid needs to be reattached, and the screen to the sliding door is pushed out.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Enjoyed are stay here for 3 nights. Good location and nice house. Everyone who came had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
aug2022
great stay. great experience. would recommend to friends & family. Looking fwd to next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew T.

Awesome warm lake, lots of equipment to use on it, house needs some updating
We had a great stay at the property, our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Particularly helpful for us was two paddle boards one paddle boat multiple inflatables and two kayaks. This equipment was a little bit beaten up but functional. The home in our opinion is needing a serious update of all things, it feels like a collection of old leftovers that are miss matched and not designed at all. Fans so loud and wiggly you can’t get to sleep if you turn them on.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Julia M., Richmond, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting.
The woods and lake views were serene and beautiful The house was completely private, well furnished and comfortable. The kitchen was a pleasure to work in. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards but other water equipment was not in service. The water temperature was like a warm bath--lovely except during severe heat. Hosts had provided campfire wood and kindling so making s'more was a breeze. We had a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing vacation
We had a great time and were very happy with the house. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards daily!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Anna house
House was very clean, had everything we needed, the property was amazing and amazing views. The access to the lake with a dock was great. Will definitely stay here again if I can. Family loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful summer
quiet, private, upgraded older lakehouse. a value: so much included. Pictures are accurate. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peacful
The property was perfect to relax and unwind. The kids loved the backyard and lake and there was plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Great Location
We absolutely loved the location and being on the warm side of the lake. Quiet and serene. We enjoyed playing in the water and using the water equipment there. There was a slight drive if we wanted to go anywhere, but that's kind of why we chose this place. We wanted to unplug and enjoy nature and life. Mission accomplished.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really glad we stayed....
We were on a road trip from Massachusetts through some parts of Viginia and I knew it would tire us out so I rented this house for a few days as a more relaxing part of the trip. We wanted something peaceful and quiet and this didn't disappoint. When we arrived, there was an issue where although we got an email from VRBO telling us we received the information to access the property, when I went to the site the information wasn't there. Bummer, we were tired from all the driving and really just wanted to get in, unpack and relax. I reached out to the owner and thankfully, they responded very quickly and within minutes, we were unside. The interior of the property was very clean. As you walk in there is a small hangout space with some seating, tv and place to hang up jackets. There is also a slider door to the backyard. The slider lock wasn't working but they had a large piece would wood to hold the door closed. There is a bedroom on the bottom floor that also has a sliding door which was great because I could see the water when I got up in the morning. There were clean sheets provided in bags which was great. The bed was super comfortable. There was also two bunk beds in the room that we didn't use. There were two dressers that had more than enough space for my stuff. There are two additional bedroom upstairs, the master is very large, has a sitting room and master bathroom. Clean sheets, plenty of clean towels etc. The smaller bedroom upstairs has a large bed and two bunk beds, lots of space. The guest bathroom in the hallway was clean and also provided plenty of towels. The kitchen was a great size and best of all, when you are working on the larger kitchen island, you can look out at the water. There was a firepit and area to grill food, we used them both. We also used the canoe and kayaks while there and they have so many life jackets ready to go. They also had fishing poles available but we didn't catch any fish, just a few sticks. The area by the water was a little messy so we avoided some of that. Overall, it was a great place to stay and Lake Anna is a beautiful lake. I didn't know anything about it prior to going and didn't know there was a Hot (more private) and Cold (public) side to the beach. I wasn't able to rent jet skis because we stayed on the "hot" side of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Visit
Great private location. Caught some fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place to stay at Lake Anna
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stella Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Had a very relaxing stay at this nice property! Loved that it was equipped with a bunch of kayaks, paddleboard, and pedal boat. I also appreciate that the house provided some essentials such as hand soap, towels, linen, etc. my family and a few friends really enjoyed our stay and will most likely book this place again later this year or next!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend family bonding
First impressions were breathtaking. I forgot I was close to home. The views were so lovely and mornings watching the sunrise and evening taking in the sunset will always be with me. The accommodations were perfect and the home is very clean. 10 out of 10 !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to review. We have been working very hard to get all the remodeling in and just finished painting the interior of the home. We look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
👍
Overall the house and experience was great. Kitchen is very nice and the outdoor area with the firepit and lake access were awesome. The house is in need of an interior paint job but we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review. We updated the kitchen, bathrooms, all new floors and new washer/dryer (Jan 2022). Interior paint job has been completed throughout the home (March 2022).

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
waterfowl hunting
everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, dated house.
Great property, beautiful land. The house was nice but had a few issues. The toilet by the steps leaked from the base. I contacted the owner but there was no response so I just left a towel to soak up the toilet water. There were no hot pads in the kitchen. The floors upstairs were very squeaky and not level. They fire pit was a highlight for the trip. Ample room for our family. Overall the stay was nice but a bit of attention to the property and we would be repeat customers. Thank you for sharing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 30, 2021
Thank you for the review. I apologize if you tried to contact us, and you didn’t get a response. We are usually very good with communicating with our guests. Great news, we are scheduled to do major renovations in January 2022. We are updating the kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, and new floors from kitchen to family room. We are also updating the hallway bath with new vanity, toilet and floors. The bedroom in the lower level will have new floors as well. Pictures will be updated on our site when completed.

4/10 Poor

Claudia V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Water keep cutting off and sheets and pillows smelled bad.
The house looked wonderful on the pictures but the reality was another. The house seemed dusty and dirty. The beds, pillows and mattresses looked very worn, the linens smelled, pots and pans burned all of our food. There was to be a grill but what we found was park style grills, rusted and dirty. The regular grill was rusted beyond words and the water kept cutting off it was hard to do anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane G., FAIRFAX, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at the lake
We had a wonderful time. We weren’t able to get on the water because it was rough but walking the surrounding area was beautiful. We went to a winery and out to eat. Fun. We also made dinner at the house and everything you need is there. We relaxed and definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay at a lake house
Although the weather wasn't perfect the vacation and location was! Would stay here again for sure
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Great place and time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morayea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for quality family time
We stayed for a week with our 16, 14 and 12 year old kids. The property is tucked away in a nook on the lake. It is shallow along the property edge so you can just wade in or you can jump off the dock -- too shallow for diving but perfectly fine for jumping! The whole family enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. And there were life jackets of all sizes so no excuses for anyone not to enjoy the water. It's in a quiet neighborhood and because it is tucked away, you can still enjoy the water without worrying about boats whizzing by the kids, but if you want to be out where the action is, it's just a few paddles out in the kayak to the larger part of the lake. I loved the screened in porch off of the master bedroom. I could sit with a book and a glass of wine while the kids jumped off the dock or played horseshoes in the large yard (we brought our own horseshoes and cornhole but there are horseshoe stakes in the yard and there may have been horseshoes but we used what we brought). The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and the owners were very responsive to questions. We'd definitely stay here again. Side note unrelated to the property...if you want to rent a boat for a day at one of the local marinas, make your reservations in advance. We waited until we arrived to try to book a boat rental for an afternoon toward the end of the week and struggled to get one. We did get one in the end, but it was pure luck.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sweta P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, wonderful outdoor experience, needs a deep clean
You cannot beat the location of the property or the effort the owners have put into the outdoors of the property. Between the kayaks, the canoe, paddle boards, tons of inflatables, pedal boat, three hammocks, fire pit and horse shoe ring, our family and young kids were thoroughly entertained. We loved spending time in the water, and there were more than enough vests provided for all of us. The lake was not crowded, and it felt very exclusive. The view from the home was spectacular, we had our lunch at the deck table, and enjoyed our coffee in the screened in porch. The screened in porch was especially more appreciated when it was raining outside, but we still got to enjoy the view and the fresh air. I also appreciated that clean linen was provided in laundered bags - it was good to know that we were getting fresh linen in these times of COVID. While the home was clean at a surface level, could do with a more deep cleaning and attention to basic maintenance. There were cobwebs all over the home - it took me 20 minutes and a broom to attack things that are eye level, clearly something that a regular cleaning should be able to take care in a much quicker rate. I also cleaned the upstairs deck, cleared the big cobwebs and did a quick sweep under the table. Considering that this is the main area for the view, it would go a long way if this area was also cleaned. Three out of four bulbs in the living room, lamp in second upstairs bedroom, closet door in the second upstairs bedroom all needs replacement - taking care of these items and more deeper cleaning will turn this good property into great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House with Friends
A group of my friends and I rented this house for a long weekend getaway (Thursday-Sunday) and we’re very pleased with our stay. It was a lot roomier than it looks in photos and had everything you would want for a weekend getaway. The dock and backyard were nice as well as the fire pit and convenience of everything. We would definitely enjoy staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Claire S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fine stay
The place could use a good cleaning and some updating. Plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A blessed peice of natural privacy
Older Prototype lakehouse with a lot of love in it. The property is an introvert's dream. Refreshed updates where it counts most (coffee pot, area rugs, towels, shower curtains, throw pillows, sitting hammocks). Water soft enough to lull your hair to sleep for the season. Internet is great. Water is SO warm here, a blessing for the cold-avoidant. Wildlife abundant, but not in a scary way. The yard/view/vibe is simply heaven. We were grateful for the chance to come to Lake Anna and stay here, in particular.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021