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Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a road.
A modern house with a large glass window wall, a wooden deck, and a small garden area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a sink with a faucet.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of the hallway.
A compact laundry area with a Bosch washing machine and a Toshiba microwave oven.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to William B. Umstead State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Raleigh, NC
  • Place, William B. Umstead State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinemark Bistro Raleigh
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Crabtree Valley Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Raleigh

Located on a lake, this apartment is in Northwest Raleigh, a neighborhood in Raleigh. Crabtree Valley Mall and Brier Creek Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Carter-Finley Stadium or Lenovo Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Raleigh, NC

What's nearby

  • William B. Umstead State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cinemark Bistro Raleigh - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • North Carolina Museum of Art - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Lenovo Center - 12 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 19 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! on Jan 3, 2027 start from $173, 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 Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! located?

Located in Northwest Raleigh, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from William B. Umstead State Park and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Bowlero Raleigh. Crabtree Valley Mall and North Carolina State University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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
I would highly recommend the stay. A very nice environment. Wonderful view of the Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, cozy. Lovely decor and great view. Relaxing respite. I hope it is available again the next time I am in Raleigh.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Raileigh and Durham, cozy stay and an amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice lake view and great communication from the property manager. We would definitely go here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it's a lovely, cozy place in a beautiful and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 29, 2025
So glad you enjoyed it Sara!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and clean and everything up to par definitely would recommend to stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 7, 2026
Thanks Elayisha, would love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Quiet and charming. Everything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you Fiona!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darla was excellent in responding to questions and providing all the information needed for the rental. We didn't get to spend much time in the rental due to activities we were in town for, but the location was convenient for everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend! Everything was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean, and quiet location to stay. Enjoyed the view of the lake and all the bird activities! Will stay again if we need a place in Raleigh.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 24, 2025
I'm so glad you enjoyed it Joanne! We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Cute little spot to stay for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2025
Thank you Jennifer...so glad you enjoyed it! Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2025
Thanks Carolyn, it was a pleasure hosting you guys!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

serene sanctuary

Great place. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage feel

The owners have done a great job of creating a cozy cottage space convenient to all of Raleigh’s amenities. Check in/out was super easy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darla left me a personal note welcoming me to her property! Nice personal touch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 18, 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you, Richard!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Sanctuary

The property is set in a beautiful tranquil location and is ideally situated between RDU International Airport and downtown Raleigh.For anyone looking for a relaxed stay, this is the place to be. All the necessary amenities are included for your stay, and Darla the property manager is extremely helpful and can provide information on local amenities. I would highly recommend a stay at Serene Sanctuary.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2025
Thanks so much, Robert! I'm so glad you enjoyed your day and you are going back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dreamville

Very nice unit, clean, close to pretty much everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 11, 2025
Thanks Nicole, glad you guys enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It was a nice little spot but it didn't work for my needs and Darla was amazing and understanding and refunded my money even though it was day of check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice people, quiet, pleasant view

This is a very quiet community with a lake in the center, which has close proximity to a lot of shopping, restaurants, etc. The unit itself is perfect for 1-2 folks, who appreciate quiet and serenity, and who are in town for essentially any reason. Very pleasant host also.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2025
Thank you, Sam... So glad you enjoyed it and we would welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome bathroom and shower. Big main room with a love seat and big bed. Good office table for a laptop and little 40” tv in the corner to keep some background noise going. Everything was provided including shampoo, soap, conditioner, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc. even laundry and dish detergents. Plenty of plates and bowls and silverware if you need that. Crazy good view of a wonderful lake. Conveniently located near the Brier Creek shopping malls and a bunch of other ones to the south. Incredibly easy to get to 540 and 40 and 70. I was about 15 mins from my work off of page road. 10/10. 5 star. Would def recommend for 1-4 people for a chill spot right near a bunch of main arteries but on its own private road. There’s also a little back patio area and the front deck is amazing - you’ll lose yourself with the view it has. No bugs. No rodents. Clean everything. Dark if you want it to be or lit up and sunlit if you pull back the curtains and use the huge front window/sliding door entrance area. Driveway is a bit steep, but I was able to backup into a direct spot easily with an SUV and you can always park on the ample road.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2025
Thank you so much Jorge, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! You were an amazing guest and we'd love to have you back anytime!!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and the relaxation of the lake view. The unit was more of a studio than a one bedroom but it was comfortable and clean. A real plus would be if the host wanted to provide paddle boards or a boat to go out on the lake. I tried to walk around the lake, but there really isn't a trail For most of it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property! Hard to believe that it is minutes away from busy roads and the airport-it was so quiet and we loved sitting on the deck and listening to the birds in the morning and the frogs at night. The kitchen is well equipped and I always appreciate when staples like coffee, sugar, and spices are provided by the host. A really nice bathroom with lots of towels and great lighting! The next time we need to stay in the Triangle, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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