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Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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 Pronounced, "Gay Lee", means Happy Meadows. The name is perfect.
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Property grounds
Hangout in the playroom. Play some ping pong.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 155500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Mary Baldwin College
  • Place, American Shakespeare Center
  • Place, Frontier Culture Museum
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

John's Room

2 Single Beds

Mother & Daddy's Room

1 King Bed

Polly's Room

1 Queen Bed

The Girls' Room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

The Guest Room

1 King Bed

Tootsie's Room

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Mother & Daddy's Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Green Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping

There's a lot to love about this casually elegant home. Biking, kayaking, fishing, hiking, lakeside cocktails, chillin at the pool, ping pong in the playroom or simply listening to vinyl on the vintage turntable are just a few of the activities to be enjoyed onsite. Explore vineyards, restaurants, shopping and the famous caverns and Shenandoah National Park nearby.
The house itself is fully equipped, exceptionally clean and well maintained. Large rooms throughout feature hardwood floors polished to a shine. Beautiful windows in every room invite you to explore the view. This home is tastefully decorated with a mix of antique and modern furnishings as well as oriental rugs and original artwork. Situated at the heart of a large family farm, the property is conveniently located minutes from the interstate and from downtown Staunton. Yet, it feels like it's worlds away.

The entrance of the property passes through a manicured wooded drive. Upon arriving, you'll park in a circular driveway. Walking through boxwood gardens and a slate patio, you'll enter the back door into the kitchen. You'll love having your morning coffee on that patio and your family will enjoy their breakfast at the large kitchen table.

The first floor offers a master bedroom with a king bed, a fireplace, a seating area and a full bath. The suite is down the hall from a cozy den/study. The walls in the den are covered with custom walnut bookcases milled on the property, and filled with good books and a small T.V.

Off the kitchen is a playroom with lots of fun stuff including a comfortable seating area, ping pong table, large screen T.V., and a vintage turntable with a wonderful collection of vinyl. Also off from the kitchen is a formal, whimsical dinning room with seating for 12.

A flagstone hall will take you into the sunny living room with it's large, central fireplace and built in bookcases. The modern furnishings tastefully combine with the antiques and an oriental rug.
The ornate wrought iron staircase leads to five more bedrooms on the second floor, with seating areas, more built in bookcases, cedar closets, and even a secret staircase. You and your guests will have plenty of room to spread out.

While the house is grand, the views are breathtaking. The large front yard showcases the panoramic view of rolling hills, meadows, and mountains. A poolside gazebo offers another fabulous view, as does the tennis court. A walk down the hill will bring you to a lakeside view. We provide bikes to get you there and kayaks, (with life jackets) and fishing poles to enjoy once you arrive. The sunsets over the lake are the best, so we recommend cocktail hour lakeside with a fire in the firepit to finish off a perfect day.

Well designed and carefully planned, the comfortable elegance of this property is waiting to embrace and impress your family and friends.

This home is a destination itself. But, if you can tear yourself away and if you're into sight seeing, local attractions include Shakespeare's Blackfriars Playhouse, PLENTY of vineyards, Woodrow Wilson's Birthplace, the American Frontier Culture Museum—and that's just within a ten minute drive. Or, head to the mountains for a really good hike. After dark, visit any number of restaurants and bars in downtown Staunton or just crank the volume on our turntable, and dance to Motown until the sun comes up.
Be sure to check the bustling cities of Harrisonburg (I-81N, 20min) and Charlottesville (I-64E, 40min).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NOTE: All events require approval pre-booking and additional fees. Pavilion is not included in house rental.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Staunton

Located in Staunton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Plumb House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Wilson Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Staunton Railroad Station and Sunspots Studios Glassblowing. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Staunton, VA

What's nearby

  • Mary Baldwin College - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • American Shakespeare Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Gypsy Hill Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Frontier Culture Museum - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 9 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gloria's Pupuseria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪North Ridge Café & Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bricks Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maude & the Bear - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Home, Private Pool, Tennis Court, Lake, Minutes From Town and Shopping located?

This family-friendly Staunton holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mary Baldwin College, Staunton Railroad Station and Sunspots Studios Glassblowing. The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and American Shakespeare Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Liz Schreiber

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Gaie Lea was built during the 1950s as the dream home of a growing family. Lovingly upgraded over the years, Gaie Lea exudes the casual elegance. Situated at the center of an operational farm, the home remains in the care of the family who grew up inside its walls. Availability is limited due to frequent family functions and events.

Why they chose this property

While there's an abundance of cultural and outdoor activities within minutes of Gaie Lea, we recommend making time to explore Bells Lane. Our little country road is 3-miles long and quite a popular dog-walking and jogging destination for locals. Even the local high school cross country team trains here!
The location just couldn't be better.

What makes this property unique

Gaie Lea has something for everyone: ping pong, badminton, hike through the fields, canoe and fish in the stocked pond, take a dip in the luscious swimming pool overlooking the Blue Ridge mountains, or play tennis on the home’s private court.

Languages:

English

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