Lake Gaston Retreat!

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake and boats.
A living room with a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a plaid sofa. There is a ceiling fan and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a blue door.
A concrete pathway leading to a dock by a lake, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Gaston

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bracey, VA
  • Place, Lake Gaston
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rosemont Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Upstairs guest room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Bracey

Bracey is home to this vacation home. Colonial Theatre and Whittle's Mill Historic Site and Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and La Crosse Town Park.
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Bracey, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 32 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 38 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Occoneechee State Park - 56 min drive - 72.7 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simmons Travel Center - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Honey Hole - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Gaston Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Gaston Retreat! ?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Gaston Retreat! on Nov 18, 2026 start from $409, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Gaston Retreat! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Gaston Retreat! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Gaston Retreat! located?

Situated in Bracey, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rosemont Vineyards and La Crosse Town Park. La Crosse Caboose Park is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lean and cozy
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was seamless and the house was very clean and well stocked. The location was good and close to a marina/gas station/restaurant. The screened in porch facing the lake was great for the evenings. The house worked out well for our group and everyone had a good time. Overall a great find on Lake Gaston that’s pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, James! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your group had such a great stay and enjoyed the location, screened-in porch, and easy access to the lake and marina. We really appreciate you choosing our home and taking the time to share your experience. We’d love to have you back on Lake Gaston anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful stay. Highly recommend! The owner is very responsive and the area is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great, there was plenty of fun things in the house and immediate area. The host was also very responsive to questions/concerns even on the holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Home was clean and had everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

great communication … enjoyed weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here. The layout was perfect for 4 adults and 4 younger adults (our grown kids). The kitchen is well stocked for cooking and serving. The check in was easy and the host was very quick to respond.Check out was also easy. All in all a very comfortable stay for our weekend at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

House was perfectly situated, comfortable and clean. We will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for

Plenty of room for us, very quiet location and no issues getting our 18’ boat in and out and docked. Enjoyed the screened in porch and the home has pretty much anything that you would need for your stay. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2024
We’re so happy to hear you and your guests enjoyed the lake house! We always try to have the home equipped with anything guests need. Thanks for the great comments, hopefully you can visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great set up!

The house was set up really well for a group! There were only 6 of us but it could have easily accommodated more.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2024
Thank you for being a great guest, hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls’ Weekend

Perfect property to relax and have a quality stay. My girlfriends and I never left the property-we had a wonderful friends’ reunion. We picked a spot half way from Charlotte and Arlington-we could not have picked a better spot. Very clean, and phenomenal communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's great to hear that the location was convenient for everyone and that you found the property to be clean and well-maintained. It's wonderful to know that you were able to relax and enjoy a quality stay without even needing to leave the property. You guys were great guests and we would welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great short trip

We had a great trip to the lake. Got some fishing and boating in. Home is located close to Holly Grove Marina very convenient if you need something quickly also not too far from South Hill if you needed extra supplies or wanted to grab dinner out. Properties suited us very well everything was as advertised highly likely that will stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful retreat

We had a great stay at Dustin’s place. The house was as described and Dustin was very communicative. We used the property for a project we were working in the area instead of staying in a hotel. We enjoyed the lake and being able to relax after work.
Stayed 35 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun reunion

I met up with an old friend who I hadn’t seen in decades. We had a very nice time relaxing golfing and playing some music together. The place was exactly what was advertised. I would definitely return and recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2025
Thanks for the review Jim, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very very nice house.!

House was very very clean. Well equipped. Nice view. Basement has a nice play area. We enjoy very much our stay at Dustin's house. Communication with Dustin was excellent. We love it.!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2024
Thank you for being great guests, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake living

Great place with all the amenities! Easy check in, questions answered quickly. We had paddle boards so it was easy to get to the deeper parts of the lake to swim. If you are wanting to jump off the dock to go swimming, this is not the place. It is shallow right off the dock with growth and mud. They do supply a paddle boat so you can get to the deeper parts! Overall a fantastic place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The home was basic and seemed more geared to teens than littles. We spent quality time with extended family. Wifi was weak at best and affected tv service in the basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 5, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m glad to hear you were able to enjoy some quality time with your extended family during your stay. I appreciate your notes about the home’s setup and the WiFi service. I’ll review the internet connection to see if improvements can be made, especially for the basement TV area, and will keep your comments in mind regarding how the home is best suited for guests. Your input helps me continue to make the space more comfortable for future visitors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

Stay was excellent. No issues with anything. House was clean and neat on arrival. Plenty of room for everyone. Downstairs game room was great. Darts and ping-pong were right on time! Everyone had a great time and the fishing was great too! Would definitely book this home for another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2023
Delma was an outstanding guest who was easy to communicate with every step of the way. They left the house in great condition. Would not hesitate to rent to him again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little get away.

What a beautiful view all around. And the Fire pit is just perfect for a cool night. Screened in porch is a nice touch. Large deck with table chairs. Inside is cozy with basic amenities. Nice touches throughout. Downstairs is perfect for second couple or kids. Good game selection too. Really can’t ask for more. Everything you need is within 20 minutes. We will be back, thanks Dustin!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 2, 2024
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for being a great guest, we welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just like it was your home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Smith house. I brought lots of things I didn't need , every item used in kitchen and bathrooms was provided. I"m not used to this level of homeyness. The bedrooms were large the beds were comfy, and bathrooms too, and the house was clean as a whistle and smelled divine. Enjoyed the ping pong and the boathouse. The VRBO app wasn't working properly but the owner communicated everything necessary. It was so quiet at night and stargazing was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2024
Thank you for being great guests, we hope you’ll come back and visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and well stocked

Seven of us used this property for a ladies' retreat. The house is very nice. The cleaning crew did a great job. The kitchen was well stocked with tools, towels, dishes, cups, glasses, crock pots, toaster, coffee pot, and even spices. The beds are comfortable, the futons seemed more suited for children than adults; but we just rearranged a little and all slept well. Communicating with the property manager (Dustin) was exceptional. I was probably a bit of a pest as I kept coming up with questions; but he was patient and always answered quickly. We would all recommend this property. Alot is offered for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 7, 2024
Jana and her guests were outstanding visitors to our home. She communicated throughout her stay and left the house in great condition! I would definitely rent to her again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay in Bracey, Va

We had an absolutely fantastic time staying at this lake house! The property was exactly as described, and even more charming in person. Here are some of the highlights: - **Cleanliness:** The house was spotless when we arrived. The linens were fresh, and the kitchen was well-stocked with essentials. - **Location:** The location is perfect, just a short walk down to the lake. - **Amenities:** The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including a fully equipped kitchen, paddle boat, water tubes, life jackets, a barbecue grill, and ping pong table for us to enjoy. The Wi-Fi was fast and reliable, which was important for us. - **Host Communication:** Our host was incredibly responsive and helpful. They provided clear instructions for check-in and check-out. Overall, this lake house exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2024
Thank you for being great guests and leaving our home in excellent condition! We hope to host you guys again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a wonderful stay. Check-in was very easy. Host was very responsive to questions and very helpful. Property layout was wonderful for my family to be able to spread out. Amenities were much appreciated. We enjoyed the paddle boat and board to take the kids out for a ride. Kitchen provided all the basics to be able to cook meals at home and save money on eating out.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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