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Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed

Family-friendly holiday home in Raleigh with a fitness centre

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Welcome to the neighborhood.
Swimming pool with life guard open  Mother’s Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend.
A large living room to gather and relax.
A view from the back door to the front door. Great open floor plan.
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Brier Creek Commons
  • Place, Crabtree Valley Mall
  • Place, Lenovo Center
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Loft

2 Single Sofa Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed, 1 Child Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

En suite Bathroom

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

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed

This is a very cozy and comfortable home. It is well appointed and has everything you will need for a night/week or month. We have a great, open, fully equipped kitchen, jacuzzi tub in master, access to pool/tennis. Quiet and friendly neighborhood with nearby shopping, eating and entertainment. It is located between downtown Raleigh and downtown Durham, which makes it very convenient to the more popular destinations.
RDU Airport - 5 miles / NC State Fairgrounds - 7 miles / NC State Univ. - 9 miles
Duke/Hospital - 15 miles / Downtown Raleigh - 10 miles / Research Triangle Park - 10 miles
UNC - 19 miles / Downtown Durham - 13 miles / WRAL Soccer Field - 13 miles

It will make you feel warm and welcome. We have included many personal touches to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. You will find a very open floor plan with a well equipped, centrally located, open kitchen. The dining table comfortably seats 8 for that big delicious meal, also great for playing cards or board games. A large master bedroom with a new plush king bed is conveniently located on the main floor. The large luxurious master bath is equipped with a jetted spa tub and aroma therapeutic bath salts. Soft towels, hair dryer, organic soaps and shampoos are there for you in both bathrooms. The living room is a wonderful open area with vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace and surround sound smart home theater system with a 43" flat screen HDTV with internet TV (HBO, Amazon Prime and Netflix included). It has been updated with all new carpeting. There are board games, puzzles and books for when you just want some low tech entertainment and relax at the house. There is an office equipped with a desk, extra seating, wireless printer/scanner and shredder. Wireless high speed gigabit internet is available throughout the house. Maps are available so you can quickly acclimate yourself to the area. You will also find a binder with a house manual, maps, collection of things to do, places to see and a long list of wonderful local restaurants. The house has a completely furnished loft area, with a stair stepper and a 42" HDTV that overlooks the living room. We can also convert the loft into another sleeping area. Every bedroom has a ceiling fan, room darkening curtains, 2 soft robes, 32" ROKU TV and a USB surge protected charging stations. The large second bedroom has a queen bed and desk, it is located upstairs and conveniently connected to the full bathroom. The third bedroom can easily be converted from two twin xl size beds to one king size bed or vice versa upon request. The house also has a 2 car garage with garage door remotes and enough room for 2 extra cars in the driveway. The outside patio has seating for eight, a small herb garden, an umbrella with lights and a gas grill. It backs up to a wooded area for great privacy. In the garage there are two touring bicycles with helmets ready to go and four tennis rackets with tennis balls, basket ball, kick ball, soccer ball and a cooler for picnics.

The house is equipped with a keyless entry with your own private code, so no need to worry about keys. There is a gated community pool which is open seasonally. The gated tennis courts, workout room and playground are open and available with a key year round.

We will be there for you at check-in and available to the end. You choose the level of interaction that is right for you. We are only a phone call and 3 miles away. We want your stay to be exactly what you want.

Less than 10 miles to downtown, 5 miles to Crabtree Mall, 2.5 miles to Brier Creek, 10 minutes to airport, close to major freeways, 1 mile to Umstead State Park with walking and biking trails. Also conveniently located for easy access to major Universities in the triangle area. Many nearby restaurants and takeout/delivery. There are three very convenient grocery stores. Lowes Foods is a walkable half mile away. No car, no worries. Uber is very popular and always available or car rentals are located nearby at the airport.

If the dates you want are not available then be sure to take a look at our other properties not too far away.

Just 3 miles away with a saltwater pool
Vrbo Property# 1122772
Just 12 miles away @ Rolling View Recreational Park
Vrbo Property# 3013588

All put together with the same attention to detail and hosted by us (Rob & Susan)


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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please let us know what ages they are.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking outside either.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Close all windows and blinds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All dishes must be cleaned and all trash and recycling must be taken to the bins in the garage before checking out.
No extra overnight guests. Let us know if you will be having visiting guests and how many. No street parking. Quiet time is 10pm-7am.
If something is damaged or not working, let us know immediately so we can have it fixed or replaced for you and our next guests.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number ZSTR-000068-2021

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Raleigh

Northwest Raleigh, a neighbourhood in Raleigh, is home to this holiday home. North Carolina Museum of Art and Raleigh Little Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Laurel Hills Park and Lassiter Mill Historic Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Lenovo Center. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Raleigh, NC

What's nearby

  • Brier Creek Commons - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Frankie's Fun Park - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • RDU Observation Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lenovo Center - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 18 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gizmo Brew Works - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Long Lake Getaway! Peaceful & Private...1st Floor Master w/King size bed located?

Located in Raleigh, this family-friendly holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from William B. Umstead State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Frankie's Fun Park and Crabtree Valley Mall. Brier Creek Commons and Shelley Lake Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elijah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely great hosts and the most well stocked placed we've ever stayed. So many extras that a lot of places don't think about.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., London and Cambridge, Mass

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

Super place

We loved everything about the place and Rob and Susan are the nicest hosts imaginable!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Great weekend

We were in town to visit family in the area. It was a convenient location for our stay and Susan was extremely welcoming. The house was lovely. We had a great stay and especially enjoyed using the tennis courts and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

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

Ideal vibe and cleanliness and ease of use and hospitality offered by Susan and Rob/

Awesome experience thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Y., Fairmont, USA

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

Wonderful House😊

This house was stocked above and beyond expectations! It was perfect for my husband and I to stay and spend time with our children who live in the area. The hosts were perfect!,
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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

perfect

One of the best homes we've stayed at. Our host thought of every detail. It was truly a great experience! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

All the bells and whistles of a proper vacation rental

My coworker and I rented this house while we were in town for work. We needed a break from the local hotels and this place was perfect! The owners did a fabulous job; they haven’t missed a beat everything was thought of here... including cleanliness/bathrobes/fully appointed kitchen/spa-like bathroom details/etc. If I had to return to the area, I’d stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 26 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

todd b.

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

Visiting daughter

We use VRBO 5-6 times a year. This was the best experience we have ever had. Beautiful home, everything you could ever need and stocked with goodies.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renee F., New Paltz NY

A perfect place to stay!

My family and I visited Raleigh, NC to attend a camp at NC State. This lovely 3 bedroom home was absolutely perfect for us! The place had all the amenities we needed. It was decorated beautifully and felt just like home. We also enjoyed the community pool and tennis courts. Rob and Susan were perfect hosts and we hope to be able to return to Raleigh to stay at the Long Lake getaway again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

At home in Raleigh

Susan & Rob,Thank you!!! We had an amazing stay at Susan and Rob’s home. Staying at your home was absolute delight from start to finish. We felt right at home. Communication was incredibly clear, prompt, and friendly, setting the tone for a truly exceptional experience. Susan met with us within 15 minutes of our arrival and gave us a tour of their home and explained everything. The home was even more charming that the pictures suggested. The location was prefect for exploring Raleigh, offering easy access to the mail, restaurants, attractions while still providing a peaceful retreat. By far, this has been the best home we have visited and look forward to coming back.Susan and Rob are the best and thank you again for the opportunity to stay at your beautiful home.Jackie, Edna and Tyler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

Just Absolutely Wo derful

We totally agree with all the other 5 star reviews that rave about the house, the special touches, and the hosts. This was by far the best place we have rented and it totally exceeded our expectations. Susan was extremely accommodating with our change of schedule on check out day which we appreciated. We hope that our travels bring us back to the area so we can stay there in the future. Thank you Susan for everything!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renee F., New Paltz NY

A Perfect Home Away from Home

This was our second year at this PERFECT home and I would never stay anywhere else in the Raleigh area. Susan and Rob are the perfect hosts and have done an amazing job with decorating and making their place feel like home for all of us. The home is beautiful, spacious, comfortable, super clean and has EVERYTHING you could ever need in it. We love access to the community pool and everyone is super friendly. We were able to check out a ranch that Rob and Susan were working on to list on Home Away (on Ray Rd, Raleigh)and it was so exciting to see what an amazing job they had done on it! Thank you both for providing us with such a perfect home to get away to! We would stay in any home owned by Rob and Susan. We look forward to next year!!

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes kitchen was awesome and we didn’t have to run out and get food for the next day. This was the best place that we have stayed in the last 10 years of VRBO homes
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with excellent hosts. House was very well appointed and very comfortable for our family. Will stay again here on our next visit. Close to everything Raleigh has to offer and tucked away in wooded area that makes you feel like you are t in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVINA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and nicely decorated and stocked with everything you could need. The hosts were friendly and easy to reach. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very cozy home with all the tools you need for cooking any kind of meal; lots of towels; space for everyone to hang out; and a WFH office space.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

June P.

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

Luxury in Raleigh

The house is absolutely stunning! Susan and Rob have outdone themselves on the house, the comfort level and the amenities they provide. Over and above on the hospitality! Wish we had had more time to spend there!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Beautiful home

We were in town for my son's wedding and couldn't have asked for a nicer home to stay. It was impeccably clean, beds were comfortable and the home was decorated beautifully. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with supplies and a few provisions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

samantha t.

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

Our stay in Raleigh

Our weekend at this home was phenomenal! Susan and Bob were the best hosts! Everything was seamless! They were very responsive, ensuring our stay was comfortable from start to finish. Our host went above and beyond to make sure we felt at home
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Best Stay EVER!!!!

If we could give it 20 stars, we would. Rob and Susan are the absolute best hosts. They thought of everything to make your stay the most wonderful experience! They knew we were arriving late so had the lights on and the AC was at a perfect temp the entire stay. They had food and beverages available, extra towels and bedding, games, puzzles...oh my gosh, could go on and on about the amenities! There is internet, a printer, paper and ink as well as other desk amenities. The pool was refreshing. Bikes were available for a bike ride! We could have just stayed right there the entire time for the best vacation. We hated to leave and will definitely find a reason to go back. You DEFINITELY want to stay here if you are in the Raleigh, NC area. This was the first part of our trip and our next VRBO was severely lacking, especially compared to this one which was by far the best VRBO place we have EVER stayed in! Great job, Rob and Susan! So glad we stayed with you! We truly loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wonderful

Well appointed and beautiful home with many extras.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

GLORIA M.

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

My favorite place to stay!

I have stayed at Susan's and Rob's several times. This house is great! It is beautifully decorated and in a safe neighborhood. And incredibly well-located. Vary convenient to shopping and the airport. The best part of all is that the home is set up to make you feel at home. Anything you might need during your stay is there. I highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

purchase b.

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

Thanksgiving in Raleigh

Wow, what a place! It was convenient to everything we did and and was very comfortable for our lodging. They had everything we needed for a home away from home and even more. We were able to cook our entire Thanksgiving feast with the hardware available at this house. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality. We had a fantastic experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena R.

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

Beautiful townhouse

Best furnished and appointed place I have ever rented! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H., Richmond

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

Beautiful, well appointed home!

Beautiful home that had everything we needed and more! Comfortable bedrooms - the master ensuite is beautiful. Plenty of space for 4 adults and our 3 year old grandson. He had a great time playing with toys in the tent setup up by Susan and Rob. KItchen was amazing - everything you need to prepare meals of any kind. Also, some beverages, seasonings and other items were waiting for us! Susan was great to work with. She met us at checkin and answered all of our questions and gave a nice tour of the house. We also enjoyed the pool that is close by the home. Susan helped us get some clothing items we forgot returned to us. Susan is the best and this is the most well appointed, comfortable, beautiful VRBO we have ever stayed in! The personal touches were amazing! High recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan & Rob Bucklin

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Rob and I have been hosting guests since 2014. We are semi retired and live very active life styles. We enjoy healthy cooking, gardening, our dogs (Hungarian Kuvasz), traveling when we can, hosting you and Hurricanes Hockey! We are scuba divers and love sailing. I am a stained glass artist and Rob loves to play tennis and pickle ball. We are both certified dog therapy teams. We loved Europe, Alaska and the Caribbean Islands; and someday look forward to traveling to Australia, Asia and Bora Bora.

Our Motto:
Live life day to day.... and to the fullest!

Why they chose this property

The house is very private, quiet and convenient to RDU airport, RTP, NCSU, UNC, Duke, downtown Raleigh & Durham, shopping, parks, NC Museum of Art and some great restaurants to name a few things. We have equipped it with pretty much anything you could possibly need for a delightful stay. If we are missing something, we are only 10 minutes away. Raleigh is a great area, where we are just four hours away from the Blue Ridge Mountains on one side and two hours from the beaches on the other side. We look forward to hearing from you.

What makes this property unique

The best things about this area are:
Location, because it is convenient to many popular destinations in Raleigh and easy access to getting in and out of
town.
Peacefulness, as it sets at the end of a no through access road in a very quiet neighborhood.
Friendliness, because your neighbors have been our friends for many years.
Comfort, because we have tried to anticipate all your needs while being away from home.
Then last but not least
Privacy, because having the woods behind and the lake beside you, the only interruption you may have are the
geese in the winter and the frogs in the summer.

Languages:

English

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