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Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a brick fireplace, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, floral-patterned armchairs, a leather sofa, and a chessboard on a coffee table.
A two-story wooden house with a garage, a covered porch, and a well-maintained driveway.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a red ottoman.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
With lake views, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 7 guests. Enjoy birdwatching, fishing, and game walks in the area. The property includes a patio for outdoor relaxation and is near golf facilities. It is pet-friendly and located near Clear Creek Landing Public Use Area and Sardis Lake.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sardis Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Oxford, MS
  • Place, Clear Creek Landing Public Use Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sardis Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, University, MS (UOX-University - Oxford)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living area/Great room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace

Enjoy all the excitement of Oxford and Ole Miss, then retreat to this spacious, comfy, quiet getaway just a short walk to the beach and lake! The covered deck makes it extra special with a woodburing fireplace, four recliners, a couch, table, grill and TV.

This house looks feels like a mountain home while being only 13 miles to Jackson Ave. in the heart of Oxford. It has a semi-private Sardis Lake beach just a 3 minute walk away.

This 2100 sf, 3 Bedroom/2 bath home has three bedrooms and a bonus queen-sized sleeping spot in the great room. The house has five smart TVs: one in the great room, one in each bedroom and one on the back porch.

There's a king sized, four-poster bed in the first bedroom, a full-sized double four-poster bed in the second bedroom, a full-sized country pine bed in the third bedroom, and a queen-sized sleeper sofa if needed in the great room.

It sits in one of the only residential spots near Sardis Lake and is embedded in Federal Corps of Engineers land, so it's super quiet and peaceful. (NOTE: If you are planning a to get more people together than this house will accommodate, we also own a 2 BR/1 Bath house across the street VRBO listing #3114696.)

During summer when the lake is at its peak water level, you can spend the day on the beach to swim or fish or go for a walk at dusk to see the incredible sunset. The rest of the year, it's still great for walks and incredible views.

There's a large recreational boat launch (Clear Creek Recreational area) just a half mile away from the house if you want to bring your boat for fishing, water skiing or even to pull it around to anchor off the beach near the house.

Clear Creek is also home to an 8-mile mountain bike trail which is just 1/8 of a mile from your front door.

For game days, the route to town is along one of the least developed areas of Oxford, so not too much traffic at all.

The house is a spacious, open floor plan with a great kitchen. It has a large sub-zero side-by side refrigerator and freezer, Wolf double ovens and a very large island with seating for entertaining. It has a very large dining table that seats up to 10 if needed.

If you love Oxford and all it has to offer, but you also enjoy peace, quiet, relaxation and the outdoors, along with a beach and a lake, this is the house for you.

Our family loves this house and we think you will love it as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1126081vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this holiday home is in a rural area. FNC Tennis Center and Palmer-Salloum Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sardis Waterfowl Refuge and Clear Creek Landing Public Use Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at C.M. Tad Smith Coliseum or The Pavilion at Ole Miss. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Oxford, MS

What's nearby

  • Clear Creek Landing Public Use Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sardis Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Mississippi - 23 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Oxford Conference Center - 29 min drive - 37.8 km
  • The Square - 30 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • University, MS (UOX-University - Oxford) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SLCC - Mess Hall - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Lodge - ‬79 min drive
  • ‪Rafters On The Water - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Junction - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Qwert - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oxford Chalet w/Beach and Lake Access, Outdoor Living Area w/TV and Fireplace located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Clear Creek Landing Public Use Area and Sardis Lake. MTrade Park is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cabin

Great place for a quiet retreat. Plenty of room for family and friends. Short drive to Oxford.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2021
Thank you, Jennifer. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

The property was very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Lake House

As advertised. We loved our stay. Owner was so communicative and helpful! Highly recommend as a quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2021
Thank you!! We loved having y'all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

The chalet was a great place to stay. The owners were easy to communicate with. The house was nice with a lot of amenities. Short drive into Oxford. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2022
Thank you Michael! You and your group were a pleasure to host! We are glad we got to be a part of your first trip to Oxford! We would love to have you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Change of Pace

My family and I had a great time at this property. It was a very pleasant stay and a great place to get some down time away from the daily hustle in the city. Communication with the host was very easy and excellent. We will recommend it to others for their stays in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2022
Thank you Michael. I just saw this. We appreciate you and would love to have you back sometime. Allison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful Getaway

Really needed some alone time. This was it! Quiet neighborhood. Nice trails. Good accommodations. Covered deck with fireplace and TV was excellent! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2020
Thank you for being our guest. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for Graduation week

Allison is an exceptional host! Great communication throughout our stay. The home is quite lovely and the kitchen is phenomenal. We couldn't have picked a more perfect home to celebrate our son's graduation and Naval Officer commissioning. Thank you, Allison for helping our family make more memories that will last a lifetime!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2024
Thank you! It was our pleasure, Chris. Y'all were perfect guests, and we are so glad you enjoyed it. We've held our own family graduation and other gatherings there, and it has worked out perfectly. Would love to keep updated on your son's future endeavors!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ole Miss football game stay

We came in for an Ole Miss football game to see our kids. We absolutely loved our stay on Sardis lake! It was a super easy drive into Oxford. The house had everything and more that we needed. The communication with the owner was super prompt and responsive. We cannot say enough good things about this property and cannot wait to come back. Highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2024
Thank you, Sandy. It was our pleasure to host y'all. I'm glad you enjoyed it! We would love for you to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Last minute trip

Perfectly private and spacious stay by the lake. We planned a last minute trip into Oxford & this cabin was perfect! It had everything we needed and it offered my teen son a chance to fish while the girls went into Oxford, shopping. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate for us. It does have a nice covered deck on the back and a covered front porch so we were not stuck inside while it rained. Very comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Oxford house

I'd give the 2 1 stars zero stars if possible, the owner never reached out to me after reservation was made. I'm driving to the place with no idea of how I'm getting in or anything. We got lost wich isn't her fault, but the only reason we found the place/talked to the owner was because i finally contacted Vrbo. I asked for a refund but didn't receive it. The place is nice and really close to Oxford and we enjoyed the walk to the lake . I just would caution anyone because i honestly thought i had been had. We spent $ for this vacca and couldn't reach the owner, even though i tried numerous times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2023
Dara we are sorry that there was trouble with your arrival. As you can see we have 4.5 stars over 30 reviews and have an excellent track record of communication and guest satisfaction. I would encourage anyone reading this review to check all of the others. It's unfortunate that you chose to rate us the way you did when you say that the house is nice. When you did not arrive for the first night of your stay, we thought you weren't coming at all. We connected right away when you called and had a pleasant conversation. We never received a request for cancellation through VRBO or directly by text. I have double checked all avenues of communication. So that is at an accurate statement. Again we are sorry for any trouble you had. We take pride in taking care of our guests. Allison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Football/Golf trip to Oxford

This property was perfect for our group of 4 friends. It was located far enough away from all of the action, yet it was a mere 15-20 minute drive to the Square, The Grove and everything happening on a great oxford game day. The covered back porch was the bomb! We enjoyed cooking, watching college football and taking in the gorgeous weather on the back porch and was really our central location. The kitchen is very large and has all of the best equipment, as well as a great selection of pots and pans, utensils, spices, etc. Although a 3BR which keeps the pricing affordable, the roll-out bed is comfortable and it easily accommodates 4 guys with their own space. I even slept on the porch couch one night because the weather was so perfect. We enjoyed our golf experience in West Point, where two of the top 3 courses in MS are located--Old Waverly and Mossy Oak. We could have played closer as well, but we are kind of particular about playing the highest quality courses in our area. West Point was about 1.5 hours away. For a group of Kansan's who don't get the chance to experience the SEC game day very often, all I can say is the Grove is everything it is cracked up to be. We were lucky enough to be hosted by a Ole Miss alum who knew how to do it right. AWESOME is the only thing I can say. Allison could not have been a better host, giving us advice on things to do, aiding us with any questions we had about game day....she even helped us find a place to park near the stadium. And took the time out each day just to make we were enjoying our time and if we needed anything additional. I have been a part of renting over 30+ VRBO's, and this experience was among the top 3 ever from that standpoint. Thanks again Allison.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2021
Thank you so much, Chad. You and your group were a pleasure to host. It was so much fun sharing our home, knowledge and our love of Oxford and Ole Miss with such a receptive and great group. Y'all left the house in perfect shape and I can't wait to hear where you decide to take your next football/golf weekend outing. Thanks again for being great guests!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our purpose

This property was great and met the needs of my family. The owner was easy to get in touch with and stayed in contact with me to ensure that our stay was expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay For an Ole Miss Wknd!

We had a great stay and great home on Sardis Lake (approx 15 minutes from Oxford). Easy drive into town. Our hosts were A+ in communicating up to the stay and checking via text to ensure all was to expectation. Strongly recommend staying with this host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overall a great place to get away from the crowds in Oxford. Nice quiet place out by Sardis Lake.

Easy and seamless. Host is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good location and property.

Good location close to the lake and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ok but not great

This was ok but not great. The outdoor furniture was covered in dirt and weeks of pollen so couldn’t use any of it, the beds were old and uncomfortable and while there were tons of old canned goods in the cabinets there wasn’t a single packet of coffee or K cup for the morning. I had to drive 40 minutes to McDonalds for a cup of coffee on Saturday morning. Didnt even have an streaming services on the tv. After spending over $1000 for just 2 nights I expect so much more! Not worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2022
I certainly apologize for the outdoor furniture. Our housekeepers usually make sure that is dusted off. We get fine sand blowing up from the beach, and sometimes it accumulates faster than others depending on the direction of the wind. We have two different kinds of coffee makers but typically our guests bring their own coffee because they know it will be fresh and the kind they like. We have DirecTV as well as Gig speed internet with two smart TVs -- one in the main living room and one on the back porch which have the streaming apps for people to log into their own accounts. That's the way most VRBO homes handle it. The housekeeper is disposing of the previously left canned goods to avoid any perception of old food. Canned goods typically have a longer expiration date so we sometimes leave them for the next guest. I'm sorry you found the beds uncomfortable. We have many 5 star reviews from people who have been very happy with our place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great stay

The house was perfect for our baseball tournament weekend in Oxford! Such a pretty setting and comfortable home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely beautiful!

We loved the house and the location. It was beautiful and just what we wanted. We would recommend to everyone and would stay there again! Owner was very nice and responsive. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Independence Day Getaway

The negatives; The back deck could use a cleaning. The water level was high and made hanging out at the water with the family much more difficult than anticipated because the beach was covered. It is about 20 minutes from any stores. Positives: everything else. The size is great, the amenities are good. We didn’t find the ice machine until the second to last day, but I couldn’t open the information pdf that was sent, so that may have been explained in there. There is a small bar with some alcohol left by prior guests I imagine. It is close to a boat launch and a day use area, even with the water high, we were able to have a good time. The neighbors were nice, we had some chances to speak with a few. Our host was very helpful when I asked for help with some extra information.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2021
Hi Robert, thank you. The Sardis Lake level is indeed high because of excessive rain this summer. Glad you still had fun! That PDF that we send does have lots of helpful information including info about the ice machine. :) I'm sorry you weren't able to open the file. We will check on the back deck. That's one of our special areas of attention before guests arrive!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice property

Friendly owners with great communication. Large living area and nice kitchen. The only issue for us was that the queen sleeper sofa was not in a bedroom, but rather in the main living area. Overall, a nice place to stay and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ole Miss visit

The owners were very responsive. The property is in a quiet, serene neighborhood about a block from the lake. It was restful and relaxing. Really enjoyed our family time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Large open space for family gathering. Pet friendly with large yard. Outdoor entertaining with fireplace, grill. Sardis lake and beach was beautiful. Quiet and relaxing. Beautiful sunsets. Close to Oxford for shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving 2020

We choose this property because it was halfway between all our kids and they all could drive and avoid flying. House was as advertised, kitchen was great ( huge refrigerator/freezer ) and easy access to the beach . Owner was very proactive and shared all the info we needed . We made some great memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2020
Thank you so much Teresa! We were so glad you could gather with your family at our place. Nothing better than that and making memories over the holidays. So glad you enjoyed the house!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation

Everything was just like it was listed!! We enjoyed the outside patio with the fireplace and watching TV!! The inside is very spacious!! We drove around to the boat dock and it was a beautiful view!! Drive slowly!! Deers!! Going back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2020
Thank you Nathaniel! We enjoyed having you as a guest! Come back any time!

About the host

Hosted by Allison B. Buchanan

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We are Pat and Allison Buchanan from Biloxi, Mississippi. We both have degrees from Ole Miss and our two children Hawtin and Frances graduated from Ole Miss in recent years. We bought this house when Allison was working in Oxford and she and Pat were commuting every other weekend. But we now both work back in Biloxi, so we decided to rent the house out when we aren't visiting! We love this house and plan to keep it as a wonderful getaway for our family. We hope our guests will love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

It is close to Oxford, yet you feel like you are in the mountains. It is so close to the lake that we can see the lake in the winter, and we can be on the beach in a couple of minutes for a walk or to watch the sunset.

What makes this property unique

There is so much to do! We are so close to Oxford and can have a great meal on the Square or go to a game on campus and then come home and relax on the back deck by the fire, or we can go walk to the beach and enjoy the lake. There's also a mountain bike trail nearby and a boat launch. One of the nicest things is how quiet it is. You don't hear city noise, and you'll often see deer in the yard.

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