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Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Children's area
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
Consider a stay at Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like kayaking and boating at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can also expect to find laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more

Heron's Watch

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Welcome to Heron's Watch, a serene lakeside retreat nestled in the tranquil cove of Bumpass, VA. This spacious house is perfect for families and friends looking to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Lake Anna. With stunning sunset views and the occasional sighting of a blue heron fishing off the dock, you’ll find yourself immersed in nature’s splendor. The home comfortably accommodates extra sleepers on futons, ensuring everyone has a cozy spot to rest after a day of adventure.

The highlight of Heron's Watch is undoubtedly the cedar-wood screened porch, where you can relax day and night while soaking in the picturesque surroundings. Enjoy the warmth of multiple gas fireplaces, including one outdoors, or take a dip in the hot tub with a view of the lake. For those who love to stay active, the property offers kayaks, a canoe, and a variety of yard games, including cornhole and badminton. Kids will delight in the treehouse complete with a slide and swings, while adults can unwind in the hammock or enjoy a game of table tennis or foosball in the game room.

With swimming just 100 feet from the house and a private launch area for guests bringing their own boats, Heron's Watch is a water lover's paradise. The cove is renowned for sport fishing, especially bass, allowing guests to fish off the dock without a license. Located just an hour from Richmond and Charlottesville, and 1.5 hours from DC, this home is conveniently situated near several delightful restaurants and outdoor activities.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, Heron's Watch is the perfect getaway for families and friends alike. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in this beautiful lakeside haven!

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details: Docking space for guests bringing their own boat and a private launch area (need code).



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,768 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

126258

About the neighborhood

Map
Bumpass, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dukes Creek Marina - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Anna Winery - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Lake Anna Marina - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • North Anna Nuclear Information Center - 33 min drive - 25.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anna Cabana - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Taphouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Patron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vito's Italian - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Winery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more located?

This family-friendly Bumpass vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Anna and Dukes Creek Marina. Lake Anna Marina and Lake Anna Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Tranquil lakefront retreat with hot tub, screened porch, kayaks, and more Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lou R.

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

Best vacation

This house is as advertised and more. We stayed a week and never had to leave the house. The whole family stayed entertained. Our groups age ranged from 8 to 60 and everyone had a blast. Check in and out was stress free. Hands down the best vacation we have had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jason M.

Honest Review Of Herons Watch

The place needs a lot of TLC. If the homeowners knew exactly how this place is being managed, they would, or I'd hope, would be very upset.
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin D.

Relaxing lakefront getaway

My family loved our time at Heron's Watch - it was the perfect place to relax and recharge. The private dock was fantastic and gave us easy access to the lake, and the outdoor spaces and screened in porch were beautiful! The listing was very much as advertised and the pictures online are accurate. There were lots of thoughtful touches and the house has lots of games and fun things to do. The waterslide into the lake was a huge hit with our kids, and we all enjoyed having access to the kayaks. We brought our own paddleboards and tubes, which were also really nice to have, and we brought fishing rods and enjoyed catch and release off the dock. We would highly recommend this listing and would definitely return!
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10/10 Excellent

salvatore D.

Heron's Watch made our vacation perfect!

Heron's Watch is a perfect place for a big group to enjoy Lake Anna. The house has everything you could possibly need, including crib and changing table for the little ones (though we didn't need those), and a basket of dog toys for your pup! The kitchen is outfitted with every appliance and cooking utensil you could possibly need and our teenagers had a blast with the foosball and ping pong tables in the game room. There are even TONS of puzzles provided for us vacation puzzlers. The dock is great for fishing, relaxing, kayaking (3 kayaks provided) and a slide! And the screened in porch is perfect for relaxing or dining. We also loved the hot tub after a long day of tubing and wakeboarding. The house is very clean and everything in great working order. The house is located in the no-wake zone of a quiet cove so it's safe to swim right off the dock and the area is very peaceful. Our entire group agreed that Heron's Watch made our vacation easy and relaxing. Communication with Vacasa was also very easy during out stay. There were a couple times we just had quick questions and the Vacasa staff got back to us immediately by text with answers. We would definitely go back to Heron's Watch!

6/10 Okay

Jason M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Inside of the home was clean. Plenty of room for our family. Lots of games, puzzles etc to do inside. Lake access and boat dock was a short walk from the house. Boat dock was covered with spider webs upon arrival, umbrellas that were there for shade are cheap ( slight breeze will close them up). On the back deck of the home, the Traeger Blackstone would not light. Plugged it in, changed propane tank, still nothing. Regular propane grill on the back deck after hooking up new propane tank and turning on all burners, would not even reach 300 degrees with lid closed. The back deck furniture was not usable due to the overflow of debris from the gutters when it rains ( gutters need cleaned out bad). Windows on the back deck were covered in spider webs and filth. Doesn't look like the outside of the house windows and frames have been cleaned in a very long time. The big cooling mist fan on the back deck does not work as well. The plug to hold the water in for the mist is missing, so only the fan itself will work.
Debris in gutter
Debris in gutter
Back deck windows are covered in spider webs and debris
Filthy windows
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025