10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Jennifer W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Apartment
Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Raleigh, NC
- William B. Umstead State Park17 min walk
- Crabtree Valley Mall6 min drive
- Lenovo Center11 min drive
- Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
About this property
Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!
This inviting retreat is a private unit inside a home. You'll have your own private entrance and space (almost like a duplex).
It's nestled among towering trees with lake views. Enormous sliding glass doors let in natural light. Step outside onto the spacious front deck where you can breathe in the fresh air and have a drink as the sun sets over the water.
2 miles to Umstead State Park
6 miles to RDU airport
5 miles to Brier Creek's shopping & restaurants
10 miles to Research Triangle Park.
The house owner lives in the other side of the house and sometimes uses the front and back decks.
There are two dogs in the main area of the home and you may hear them from time to time.
There is one thermostat for the house and we will adjust it for you the best we can.
The kitchenette has a large microwave that doubles as a convection oven, a toaster oven and a two burner hotplate. There are pots and pans, cooking utensils, basic spices, dishes, and flatware.
A twin mattress can be set up for sleeping but host needs a 24 hour notice.
It's nestled among towering trees with lake views. Enormous sliding glass doors let in natural light. Step outside onto the spacious front deck where you can breathe in the fresh air and have a drink as the sun sets over the water.
2 miles to Umstead State Park
6 miles to RDU airport
5 miles to Brier Creek's shopping & restaurants
10 miles to Research Triangle Park.
The house owner lives in the other side of the house and sometimes uses the front and back decks.
There are two dogs in the main area of the home and you may hear them from time to time.
There is one thermostat for the house and we will adjust it for you the best we can.
The kitchenette has a large microwave that doubles as a convection oven, a toaster oven and a two burner hotplate. There are pots and pans, cooking utensils, basic spices, dishes, and flatware.
A twin mattress can be set up for sleeping but host needs a 24 hour notice.
Property manager
Darla Brown
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Washer
Dryer
Lake view
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Raleigh
Located on a lake, this apartment is in Northwest Raleigh, a neighbourhood in Raleigh. Red Hat Amphitheater and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Crabtree Valley Mall and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Check out an event or a game at Lenovo Center, and consider making time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Raleigh, NC
What's nearby
- William B. Umstead State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Crabtree Valley Mall - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
- Brier Creek Commons - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
- Lenovo Center - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sheetz - 7 min walk
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
CHARLES M.
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
serene sanctuary
CHARLES M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P.
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamville
Nicole P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam S.
11 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice people, quiet, pleasant view
Sam S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Darla Brown
The owner who lives in the main part of the house is a Unity minister and lover of the outdoors, water, and his dogs.
Darla is the property manager and loves managing short-term rentals. She is here for whatever you need during your stay!
Darla is the property manager and loves managing short-term rentals. She is here for whatever you need during your stay!
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is close to the RDU Airport, Umstead Park, and close to restaurants and shopping at Brier Creek and Crabtree Valley Mall.
What makes this property unique
The unit is cozy with a serene and peacdful lake view.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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