Title: Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=8657&destination=Dublin%2C+Virginia%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=111982778&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! ## Photo gallery for Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! ![Exterior - Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111990000/111982800/111982778/865cf451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! 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(Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111990000/111982800/111982778/905c664d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2378 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! Escape to this stunning waterfront property, nestled amidst lush trees and offering direct lake access with a private dock. (Boat house and owners boat are not available for guest use.) Enjoy cozy evenings by the fire pit surrounded by nature or relax on the expansive deck overlooking the peaceful landscape. The spacious brick home boasts modern comforts, ample outdoor living spaces, and the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience for an unforgettable lakeside retreat. We want to make sure you have the utmost convenience! You'll be provided an access code to the front entrance prior to check-in. The owners are local, and will be able to be reached by platform messaging during the duration of your stay. Claytor Lake State Park: \~5 miles (\~10 minutes by car). A scenic location for swimming, boating, hiking, and camping. Radford University: \~13 miles (\~20 minutes by car). A vibrant university with cultural and academic events. Virginia Tech (Blacksburg): \~26 miles (\~30-35 minutes by car). A major research university with extensive academic, cultural, and sporting activities. \-Guests have access to the left side of the dock when using the home. There is no boat launch on the property, but there are nearby launches in the area. \-Guests ARE allowed to have a boat trailer on the property. \-There is a golf-cart available for guest use( 18 and up ONLY) , guest must contact property management group in getting permission, sending a photo of drivers license, and code will be given to get the golf-cart key. \-Heating & Air: The thermostat is in the dining room. When you leave, please set the temper to 72 degrees in summer and 65 degrees in fall/winter.. There are 4 bedrooms 2 Queen size bedrooms with a very spacious and ample light rooms 2 Twin size beds in 1 room Ideal for a private family reunion or couples retrea From I81S take Exit 101 for State Rt. 660 toward Claytor Lake State Park. Turn left onto State Route 660 toward Claytor Lake State Park. In 1.3 miles turn left onto State Route 661 Dunkard Rd. In 1 mile turn left onto gravel drive that is between two brick homes. Go to the end of the drive and The Lake House will be on the left at 6716 Dunkard Rd. Parking is on the right side of home in driveway. \- The house is located on a quiet street, please be courteous of the neighbors and keep noise levels low. \- Do not run air conditioning with doors open. \- Ensure all windows and doors are locked when checking out. \- Parties are not allowed, and will not be tolerated. Guests who violate quiet hours (9pm-8am) will be notified once, and then asked to leave on the second violation. \-Guests have access to the left side of the dock when using the home. There is no boat launch on the property, but there are nearby launches in the area. \-Guests ARE allowed to have a boat trailer on the property. \-There is a golf-cart available for guest use( 18 and up ONLY) , guest must contact property management group in getting permission, sending a photo of drivers license, and code will be given to get the golf-cart key. \-Heating & Air: The thermostat is in the dining room. When you leave, please set the temper to 72 degrees in summer and 65 degrees in fall/winter. \- Please DO NOT feed the wild animals such as: Geese, deer, squirrels, etc. If you see any geese down at the water, please run them off! They make a huge mess in the grass and we do our best to keep the area clean for our guests. \- No Pets Allowed \- Fireplaces are not to be used by guests \- Coffee Maker (Regular & Keurig) \-Propane (for grill use): 1\. There MAY BE a propane tank available at the house. 2\. If you see a tank, you may use it for the grill. 3\. If the tank is empty, guests are responsible for refilling it. 4\. We DO NOT provide propane refills. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### 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) - 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 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. ### Property is also known as 7f387846-7e71-47ea-985e-bf054ebaa229 ## About the area Located in Dublin, this holiday home is on a lake. Thorn Spring Golf Course and Sherman Carter Memorial Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Pulaski Plaza Shopping Center and Pulaski Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dedmon Center Arena or Calfee Park. [Visit our Dublin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin.dx8657) [View more Holiday homes in Dublin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d8657-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.07371%2C-80.61272&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=N57AscdP0RM4k2RZazTqjMqnzj8=) Dublin, VA ### What's nearby - ![The New River in southwest Virginia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/105323/8befb1c2-dbfc-450c-b579-b1d878e4f01f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Claytor Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![This is a beautiful campsite! Take a quick walk or drive to the lake and check out the breathtaking view! ❤](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8657/b767293f-0f81-4a50-820b-b07df046e61f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Claytor Lake State Park 6 min drive \- 2.6 miles - ![Torgersen Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083735/33ce6710-cee7-4fbc-86d9-060075882cc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Virginia Tech University 30 min drive \- 28.2 miles - ![One of best locales in college football.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056941/ac06d900-c317-4576-94c4-56b08201b204.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lane Stadium 33 min drive \- 29.2 miles - Radford University 18 min drive \- 12.2 miles ### Restaurants - Patty's Kitchen 13 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - McDonald's 20 min drive - R & R Market 16 min drive - El Ranchero 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers!? ### What time is check-in at Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers!? ### What time is check-out at Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers!? ### Where is Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax at this serene waterfront retreat featuring a private dock, perfect for lake lovers! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie L. 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely back deck backing up to Clayton Lake. Spacious bedrooms, well equipped kitchen, beautiful nature, two nice living/family room areas. We agreed we would definitely stay there again. ##### Laurie L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### TimF 2 Aug 2025 #### GRAND VACATION WEEK!!! SPLENDID WEEK 2 suggestions 1\. Fill multiple holes in back yard. One child had bad ankle sprain 2\. Add a veggie/ Potato peeler to the other nice cooking 'tools' in kitchen drawers. And you folk at Blue Ridge iare wonderful to work with. Former mgmnt company not very pleasant ##### TimF From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### TimF 2 Aug 2025 #### GRAND VACATION WEEK!!! SPLENDID WEEK 2 suggestions 1\. Fill multiple holes in back yard. One child had bad ankle sprain 2\. Add a veggie/ Potato peeler to the other nice cooking 'tools' in kitchen drawers. And you folk at Blue Ridge iare wonderful to work with. 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