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Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome!

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Lake
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV, DVD player, books
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Newport News, VA
  • Popular LocationPatrick Henry Mall10 min drive
  • AirportNewport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)11 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Eustis12 min drive
  • Popular LocationChristopher Newport University12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome!

A beautiful lake-front home, newly constructed with great views of the water and plenty of space for 12 guests! Perfect for a large family or group of friends looking to retreat together. Professionally cleaned after each stay, with a fully-stocked kitchen to prepare those homecooked meals.

We offer long-term rental specials, contact us to learn more!

The Space
The home has four bedrooms, each has its own TV, one of which is an extra-large master bedroom, and another had bunk beds that kids will absolutely love. The beds are comfortable and have fresh linens. There are two full bathrooms and one half-bath, with plenty of towels and paper products. The home sleeps up to 12 guests comfortably!

The house gets plenty of shade with the surrounding trees, there is a grass yard and chairs for sitting in the shade and watching the water. You have private access to the lake, where there is a dock which is ideal for launching a small boat, and a great place to fish. There is a deck with a grill for the grill master, with a table and chairs, and a sun umbrella to create shade.

The kitchen has a wrap-around granite countertop which provides a ton of space for those bigger and more complex meals, and is a great place to serve a buffet-style dinner. Included are appliances and the things you need to ensure the chef in the family will be satisfied. The dining room has a large table with a great view of the water, and there is also a breakfast area with a window to let in natural light.

The family room has a large, lovely leather couch, a large flat screen TV, a bar, and large windows. The entire house is beautifully decorated, with plenty of places to curl up with a good book or enjoy the company of your friends and family.

The Perfect Day
A morning cup of coffee or tea while walking around the property is an experience that absolutely cannot be missed! Then grab the fishing pole and try to catch a fish while they are doing their morning feeding, or you can cook up a delicious breakfast feast in the kitchen.

Then settle in for a day of relaxation, grab a good book or a board game and enjoy some peace and quiet out on the deck while enjoy the amazing views of the water, or you can put on a bathing suit and go for a dip!

For the golf enthusiasts, there are three courses within a 15-minute radius. Grab those clubs and test out your skills on these great Virginia golf courses! There are also several parks and nature reserves, perfect for those who want to do a little exploration and get some fresh air.
After a day of reading, fishing, relaxation, golfing and fun, you can take a short drive into town and grab a meal, or the grill master in the group can fire up the BBQ and cook up everyone’s favorite cutes of meat and roast some veggies.

Then set up the kids with a movie or a board game, or let them head to the bunk beds to get some sleep, so the adults are free to enjoy a lovely sunset conversation outside with a glass of their favorite beverage. You won’t want to miss the sunset, either, especially in the arms of a loved one!

The Neighborhood
Our home is located in a very quiet community on the shores of the private Kerry Lake. Peace, privacy, and seclusion with a great vista of Virginia’s waterfront natural beauty is juxtaposed with close access to everything you need to ensure your stay is an absolute pleasure.

Golfers can hit the links at the Newport News Golf Club, Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort, or the Pines Golf Course, all of which are about 15 minutes away. The Hamptons Golf Course is a 20-minute drive away, as well.

Route 60 lies to the east and is only a few miles away from the property, the road runs north and south and will bring you to grocery stores, liquor stores, gas stations, great dining and bars, and more. Patrick Henry Mall is 10 minutes away, and the area has great shopping for those looking to pick up something for the family home, or a thank-you gift for a house/pet sitter.

The Deep Creek inlet is about 10 minutes away as well, and has several marinas and the Warwick Yacht & Country Club, perfect for those in your group who love boats or spending time by the water. There are also several museums for those who wish to learn about the local culture.

We know you will love our peaceful, tranquil home on the lake, and hope to see you soon!


Property manager

Allen Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Amazing Lakefront Beautylong Term Renters are Welcome!

About the neighborhood

Newport News

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Central Newport News, a neighborhood in Newport News. Some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Bounce House and Hampton Roads Iceplex are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Patrick Henry Mall - 10 min drive
  • Riverside Medical Center - 12 min drive
  • Fort Eustis - 12 min drive
  • Christopher Newport University - 12 min drive
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 18 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Craft 60 Ale House - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Wendy's - 6 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 6 min drive
  • Rally's - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Lakefront Beauty—Long term renters are welcome! located?

Located in Central Newport News, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bounce House and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mary Immaculate Hospital and Patrick Henry Mall. John B. Todd Stadium and Sentara Port Warwick are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bradley P., Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual fall golf trip
8 Adults stayed at the home which allowed adequate room for sleeping and meal preparation. The location was not as convenient as we envisioned, but located in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Julie D., Haymarket, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Stay with big Family
Really nice location; house was big enough for our family to spread out and not be on top of each other. In town for our son's wedding and we had 7 adults 40-91 and 3 kids 4-12 years old, plus other family over at some point in stay. Overall a very nice property and we would rent again if the occasion arose. After a discussion with all our family, a few things would have had it a 5 star property instead of 4. No towel bars in hall or 1/2 baths; low water pressure hall bath; hot H2O faucet in K bath usable but broken. No kitchen dish towels or hand towels for baths; and overall just quite not enough towels - one towel for each guest only, could have used a few more. TV room great. However, sliding door to screened in porch area could not be opened, nor could the other sliding door to deck area - deck accessible thru regular door only. Kayaks/life jackets were nice touch, as Dad of 3 girls took them out for a short ride on the lake. Plenty of silverware and glasses was nice. The two tables were great to fit everyone for meals. Big fridge and coffee maker with filters was appreciated. Kitchen could use a few more dishes that you could use in the microwave to heat things (like a set of Pyrex bowls, 8X8 glass pan) but we made do. Most other reviews maintenance items have been taken care of. Parking is accurate - we had 3 SUVs parked without an issue. Beds were comfortable and showers were nice. Loved the bunnies, birds, turtles, ducks and squirrels! Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stephen S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The house isn't well maintained. At all. BYOB vacuum cleaner, exterminator, and a handyman.
This property was bad in so many ways, and such a letdown that I'm sure where to start. I'm mostly disappointed with VRBO for offering a property like this in the first place. This is not the great stay they promised. Here are a few examples of the issues we experienced: Overall, the house has been neglected and not properly maintained. The master bathroom door barely hangs off the hinge so it wouldn't close. The curtain rings are the wrong size, so it is nearly impossible to open and close them. There are exposed wires sticking out from a hole in wall in the kitchen, mildew/wood rot in the upstairs bathroom, and downstairs has a hole in the wall where a towel holder used to be. More importantly, several safety issues exist such as 1) the railing at the top of the stairs being so wobbly that we were afraid someone might try to use it and have a fall. 2) There are small nails poking up in the carpeting on the stairs that will poke you if you step on the wrong spot. And then there are the cleanliness issues. The major one being the number of bugs and spiderwebs all over the house—inside and out. The room my girls stayed in had a window that was non-functioning and stuck in a slightly open position, which also allowed critters to enter the room. Dead bugs were smashed on the walls, and spiders have moved in for the feast. Live spiders and children usually don't make a great mix, so the girls opted to sleep downstairs on a soft vs. being in a room with "icky bugs". I don’t know who “cleans” this house before each new guest, but they do a laughable job. It may be too much for a cleaning service, and they need an exterminator. I wish I could post the video of all the spiderwebs in and around every single window. There were numerous smaller ‘nuisance’ issues. Minor issues that are normally overlooked now add insult to injury of the entire experience at this property. Notably, the bare cabinets in the kitchen and laundry room prompting a last-minute trip to the grocery store to purchase basic household supplies: trash bags, air freshener, laundry detergent, etc. I don’t expect a stocked pantry, but it was glaring how empty all the shelves were of common supplies. I took photos of the issues so I wouldn’t forget them all, and have considered posting them online as a warning to others. The location is quiet & peaceful, the outside deck has a nice view of the water. Unfortunately, those are the only positive things I have to say
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Vacation
There was a total of 10 of us who stayed at the property. House was exactly as listed. Plenty of room for all of us. Our favorite part was the fact the dining table fit all 10 of us comfortably. Quiet neighborhood, great location. When we arrived, none of the beds were made, vacuum was left out. A call to the owner revealed the dryer stopped working and the cleaners had to go to the laundry mat. She was very polite and apologetic. She even purchased us dinner. Other than that, which was through no one’s fault, we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This house is big an stunning! Welcoming an accomodating. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We couldn't have asked for a better house to rent!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful house with wonderful amenities. We enjoyed the access to Lake Kerry, the new deck and terrific dock. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family gathering!
Excellent home for a family gathering. Beautifully located on small lake in quiet neighborhood with plenty of beds for the family. Great view. Dining table fit all 9 of us for sit-down meals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends getaway
Way more spacious than expected, beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Just perfect for our weekend in Newport News.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for girls trip
Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Vince M., Frederick, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to everything but secluded when you want it
Property Manager was very responsive and easy to work with. Property location was perfect for day trips to VA Beach and Busch Gardens. The house itself was nice for most part, but some things do require maintenance. Was very nice having a pretty large breakfast nook table and a gigantic dining table as well. Kitchen was well stocked and easy to prepare meals in. Family Room has nice large sectional to relax in. There is a nice sitting/reading area as well. All the decks need major maintenance, some might even need complete overhauls. The master BR floor was uneven. Some doors were hard to open/close. These are minor things but the major obstacle for us was only 2 full bathrooms. Some traffic control was needed for 7 people. Every bedroom has a TV, which was nice. The street itself is very peaceful, we sat out for a few hours at night and it was great just enjoying the weather and quiet. Overall, a 4 star but could turn into a 5 if some updating was done. Would book again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Victor W., Fort Wayne, IN, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location good but property needs some maintenance and updates.
Property maintenance was lacking - and some maintenance work was sub-standard. Upstairs hall bathroom doors did not close properly; and powder room door was actually too big preventing it from closing. Some painting had not been finished around edges and actually painted over a small size hole in the wall. Needs maintenance and a good thorough cleaning inside and out. Screens and doors to deck areas need repair and cleaning. Some deck boards rotted. Could not get fire table to work - need instructions or repair. Master Bedroom sheets had big holes - pictures available
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan N., Knoxville, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in the Newport News Area
The view from the back of the house is beautiful and very relaxing. There is a small dock where we enjoyed the wonderful fall weather. The house was clean, so previous reviews about poor cleaning practices were corrected. It is in a quiet, peaceful area that was perfect for our purposes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Florentina M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
This is a large house in a very nice location. Unfortunately, it was not cleaned properly before our arrival. As a matter of fact, the cleaning crew was still in the house when we got there, about 30 min after the check-in time and we had to wait outside for another 20-30 min until they finished. When we entered the house, it was obvious that they rushed the cleaning. There were spider webs in the corners, dirty dishes in the dishwasher, wet towels in the washing machine, the refrigerator not cleaned, the carpet, and especially the one on the stairs not vacuumed, and many other issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Justin C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home. Miscommunication on checkin
Home was beautiful. But it had not be turned over and cleaned for our arrival. The owner responded very quickly and sent the cleaning team. But we ended up canceling our stay. The owner was very professional about it, and fully refunded our stay. Overall, the location and home was really nice. Wish it worked out. May be best to double check with the owner a day or two before arrival that it will be ready. We would have given 3 stars instead of two had we not read this happened in the past to another family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlyne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We had a family group of 10 and we loved the house. It was perfect for us. So much room to relax in and plenty of rooms/beds to sleep in. There was a full supply of dishes and flatwear. We cooked most of our own meals and ate in. One night we even used the grill. My younger granddaughter enjoyed being outside on the swing or sitting out back. Any questions we had, Carla in guest services answered right away. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Amanda C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property Needs Love, Responsive Owner
This property has a lot of potential. It is in a great location, great layout and lots of space, next to a cute little inlet. Having said that, the property needs a lot of love. There are repairs and a deep clean needed to the property. Ultimately Allen (the owner) was responsive and seemed to genuinely care about the things that we found at the property. Because of this we would consider coming back to the property a second time. At the end of the day I could tell that the state of the house was due to previous guests. I hope that the property gets some TLC as it has so much potential to be an amazing vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Sara A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good/relaxing stay
The property is beautiful and accommodating up to 12 people. It includes everything that family needs for a short or long stay. The only issue we had was that all pods and pans were so dirty; it seems that cleaning was not properly done before our stay. We had to clean everything before cooking and took us longer to clean because they were so greasy and messy! Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Weekend tournament with Moms and players
Booking was smooth and precheck-in communication was smooth and appreciated. Arrival to the property after a longer than expected drive brought us to realize that the house was not cleaned after the previous renters departed. It was after 9pm and we immediately emailed the property manager and left a message. We did not immediately hear from anybody that evening and fortunately we immediately went into ‘Mom-mode’ and cleaned the entire house. 7am we rec’d a call from Carla…she was amazing. We had a conversation and I explained our experience and she was so apologetic and already had a cleaning crew enroute..which we asked her to cancel due to sleeping kids and the fact that we already cleaned. I expected the cleaning fee to removed, but Carla arranged for a much larger refund for our trouble. I cannot tell you how much we appreciated her understanding and continuous apologetic stance…and the incredibly generous refund. Most importantly and most appreciated was that she gave no excuses and she took responsibility (a trait that seems to be rare)…we all were incredibly impressed with her professionalism. Carla explained how the process would be handled even though she had never had this happen before. She sent a statement and answered all of our questions with impeccable professionalism. We would easily work with VRBO again. Although we were inconvenienced, by an oversight of likely a keystroke error, we would truly recommend this way of team building and memory making!!! The house was exceptional and perfect for our needs, with a very well stocked kitchen (cookware, utensils glassware), beautiful lakefront view plenty of off street parking (we had 4 vehicles but could have 5 in driveway ) and never once did we struggle for space needs inside or outside of this property! Beautiful property, amazing customer service…ready for another tournament!!🏀 Thank you again, Carla!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyndal C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
We rented this house for a family gathering and we had a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Marissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for our family
We enjoyed our stay. Pros: Tree swing- the swing in the front yard is great. My kids loved it! Beds- very comfy, clean Bedrooms- good size, great bunk room for kids. Plenty of room for a large group to rest comfortably Bathrooms- updated, clean, plenty of towels Kitchen- nice size, modern, updated Dining table- huge! Great for a large gathering Layout of house- unique, lots of seating, comfortable Washer/dryer- very convenient Location- in a quiet neighborhood, less than 30 mins to Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, 45 mins from Norfolk naval ships, zoo, also grocery stores and shops located nearby. Lake- small lake, a bit “buggy”- could’ve been time off year we visited. Kayaks on property were fun to use, good amount of life vests, newer dock. Cons- House could use some cosmetic updates, painting, patching of walls, cleaning of the grill. Dishwasher in kitchen works but does not clean dishes well, so we ended up washing everything by hand. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
The property is amazing, with a great view of the lake. Perfect for our weekend getaway with the family. Would love renting this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront Beauty
The house was beautiful and clean with a great lakeside view. Was perfect for me and my friends to have a relaxing getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
As advertised! Had fun canoeing on the lake and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lack of power followed by lack of follow through and communication
Initially, everything was going well. We were then hit by a storm in the middle of the night which left us without power for over 37 hours. I sent several messages and called the property manager to get some sort of update. Was sent a map of the area’s outages instead which did not list the property in question. The house had not one candle or flashlight. After 18 hours and barely any response from the property manager, I inquired about the possibilities of a generator, since the neighboring houses had them. Was told they would send one the following day. After 37 hours of no power and AC, they sent someone with a generator to plug in the fridge, which by now had all dairy and meat products spoil. It was also 2 days with branches and debris littering the yard and impeding lake access until the man with the generator arranged for someone to clean the property. Additionally, when the power did come on, there were no AC vents at all in the ground floor and it took the house an additional full day to begin to cool off. Discussions for a partial refund for food spoilage and time without power ensued initially in good faith. However, it was short lived since the property manager, who I was told was in communication with the owner about this, went into radio silent mode and ignored texts and calls. While he would sometimes respond with “Can I call you later?”, he never did. When texts were sent to him inquiring about a partial refund or pleading with him to respond to a text or set a time to speak, he merely responded with “I am responsive” but again, never called or provided any substantive responsive. The lack of follow up and follow through left a bad taste in our mouth.