A garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathrooms279 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City
Located on a 1.1 acre wooded lot, the Porch House gives you the privacy of the forest and yet is in the confines of the city.
The home is a bright, spacious three story 3000 square foot home with Five bedrooms (1 king size bed, 3 queen sized beds, 2 single beds, 1 Queen air mattress and a large sectional sofa) with a 2 car garage and easy access to all Charlotte has to offer.
As our guest, you can expect to feel like you are right at home while having our complete attention. All guests are welcome to enjoy every part of the home. The property consists of an open floor plan with a living/dining/kitchen area that easily flows to a private deck. Please note that the dining table comfortably seats 8, the kitchen island seats 4 and a kitchen nook adjacent to the island which seats 4.
Main Floor: 1000 square foot space with open living/dining/kitchen area, half bath powder room and 225 square feet of outdoor deck space in the back yard. This is 1 of the 3 common area for all guests to enjoy. The deck is equipped with an outdoor patio table, chairs and umbrella with forestry views. Surrounded by 30 foot trees is a great way to unwind and relax while enjoying your favorite beverage after a day at the track or site seeing. The main floor also features a large sectional sofa and a 65” wall mounted 4K television equipped with Cable / Netflix / Amazon Prime.
2nd Floor: The 1500 square foot second level features 4 bedrooms (total of 4 beds) and a 2 full bathrooms. The master suite includes a large seating area, King mattress, and multiple closet spaces. The accompanying bathroom houses a jacuzzi tub, a separate walk in shower, and double vanity. The remaining 3 bedrooms all contain Queen beds, are fully furnished, and designed with art provided by a local artist.
3rd Floor: 500 square foot space with a half bathroom with 2 single twin beds. The 3rd floor is a great children's playroom or can be converted into another bedroom with the twin beds and a queen air mattress. It also includes a children's play circus tent, reading area, Smart TV, and train table.
Outdoor Spaces - 90 feet of covered front porch decking which has great rocking chairs. The backyard deck attaches just off the kitchen complete with outdoor furniture as well. Both areas are amongst tons of mature trees 20-30 feet high.
This space can easily accommodate large groups up to 10 - 12 people.. Please note that babies and toddlers should also be included in the reservation head count. (We also have a pack and play as well as a high chair for our smaller guest)
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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
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
About the area
Charlotte is home to this holiday home. Truliant Amphitheater and Ovens Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Concord Mills and Northlake Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Charlotte Motor Speedway or Spectrum Center. Visit our Charlotte travel guide
Is Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City located?
Situated in Charlotte, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of North Carolina at Charlotte and UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens. Halton Arena and Truliant Amphitheater are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Experience Serenity in the Heart of the City Reviews
9.6
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 informationOpens in a new window
This place was very comfortable for 5 couples. Kitchen and bathrooms were stocked, they had everything we needed. They only downside was this could have been a little cleaner. There were cobwebs all over the outside windows and the carpets were very dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Melissa W.
19 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Unbelievable cancelled while I was sleeping in the house
The property owner did not contact me to cancel my reservation. I arrived at the property approximately 10 PM, the property was open. My self and family entered the property which appeared to be in a welcoming state. There were clean towels, beds were made etc.. we all slept the first night, only to be called in the morning by VRBO . The reservation had been canceled at midnight while we were sleeping. There was electricity, water, heat and air, but the property owner claimed that it was environmentally unsafe. According to the VRBO policy, the property owner has this right. Of note this property had an open house scheduled (as per Zillow)on the day we had reserved the property. Therefore, we were forced to find another lodging. I will never use Vrbo again due to this awful policy and experience!
Great place to stay. Highly recommend this place. It’s quite, warm, inviting and relaxing. Clean rooms and bathrooms which are stocked with toiletries and towels. If by chance you forget an item(s) rest assure the host got you. Drawers, pantry and cabinets well stocked with miscellaneous needed items if you are in need to keep you from running to the store. Enjoyed our weekend stay; looking forward to returning.
This was a very beautiful property. It was well stocked and had everything we needed to celebrate our daughter’s graduation. The house was spacious. We loved the driveway and the beautiful spacious backyard. We had space for everyone to feel comfortable. I would definitely recommend this property to everyone I know.
This house was absolutely prefect for our family. We enjoyed all the space. The home is beautiful and in a great area close to alot of thing. The host are great. Next time we come to North Carolina this will be the 1st house we try to book. Thank you!!!
Me and my family liked everything about our experience there. The owner should receive 20 stars. Can't give her enough! Excellent 1000!!!!! If you ever stay there believe me you will say the same.
Great house for a family especially one with little kids. They have it all! Pack and play, toys, high chair and more! It was such a pleasant place for my family. Thank you!
Imagine everything you want in a VRBO house. Anything that you have imagined this house has. It is just perfect not to mention super comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Fred G.
21 May 2019
Excellent for Family Gathering
This home was just fantastic for our family. We stayed Thursday through Saturday night for our daughter's wedding. We used every bed and the futon. The kitchen is well stocked, but you will need to keep up with dishes or use paper products like we did. If you have coffee drinkers, like we do, I'd recommend bringing your own Keurig and coffee. The home has a small coffee maker but it wouldn't have been as easy as having the Keurig. Maybe this is something the home owners could add. Plus, the home owners could add a few more coffee cups and that would help a lot. The refrigerator is large and that's a plus as well.
There are only two showers in the home! So be mindful that you will have to share bathroom time will everyone staying in the home and you'll be fine. There are two additional half bathrooms one one the top floor and one on the main level that are helpful as well.
The weather was beautiful so we used the front and back porches which were a plus when we had additional guest visit Friday night.
My one small complaint is that the homeowners could/need to do some work on the yard and keep up the landscaping. When we arrived to a yard needing maintenance and mowing badly, my initial thought was I hoped the home was in better shape than the yard. Fortunately, you can't judge the home by the yard.
I've rented may homes for vacations and I would DEFINITELY recommend this home for a large family gathering. Thank you for sharing your home.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
1 Apr 2019
Tournament weekend
Nice stay with no problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Savannah P.
19 Jan 2019
AMAZING!
This house is absolutely amazing! The owners of the home are so incredibly kind! My family and I celebrated our family Christmas here as well as a graduation get together! When we arrived at the home there was the sweetest sign welcoming us, as well as a card AND cupcakes. The house came fully equipt with everything you could possibly need and then some! I have a 3 and a half year old and it was so nice not to pack up half our of house to come stay. Everything we needed for him was there. The house was so clean! All beds incredibly comfortable! Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and all bath toiletries were provided in the home. The property is stunning. I am so grateful to have found such an amazing place for our family to enjoy their time together! We will be back! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
24 Dec 2018
Great house, very clean, very comfortable!!
We were in town for a wedding, so there were 10 of us staying at the house. We were all very comfortable! Everything was very well laid out and accessible! Beds were comfy, plenty of towels for everyone! Lennox was available for any questions or concerns. We would definitely stay there again!
Loved the house and had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Brandon S.
17 Sept 2018
Weekend stay
The house was great. Very clean. I recommend it!!
Brandon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Fred K.
4 Mar 2018
It was perfect!
It was perfect! Great location. Wonderful house - felt like home. House had everything that we needed - and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Archival
8/10 Good
Sharon S.
7 Nov 2017
Great house for large groups!
Our family of 12 had a birthday celebration here last weekend. The house is large and spread out and everyone had a place to be. There were lots of extra linens and towels, which is sometimes an issue, and it was well stocked overall. The back deck and the Man Cave were perfect for relaxing and for loud sports fans when the kids were napping! The owners were quick to respond when we called about an issue when we arrived. Great stay!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Natalie A.
24 Oct 2017
Great Home
Lennox and Lauren were incredible hosts. We were welcomed with fresh cookies and they even emailed me once during our trip just to make sure everything was perfect. The house is very clean and looks just like the pictures. We were very impressed with their decorating skills! You do have to take your shoes off in the house. We aren’t use to doing that but it was no problem. We also couldn’t get the dishwasher to work which was disappointing but hopefully it will be fixed for the next guest. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lauren L.
15 Oct 2017
Clean, comfortable and spacious!
The home was perfect for our needs! Myself and a few of my coworkers, travelled to Charlotte for a work trip. It was great! We all had our own rooms, it was comfortable, clean, relaxing, and the hosts were great. They even made us homemade cookies! Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
26 Sept 2017
Absolutely Amazing....
Great house, tastefully decorated, beds so comfortable they cradle you, with lots and lots of pillows... So much room, attention to detail and you couldn't ask for a better house to make you feel right at home. The yard was amazing and enjoyable. with an amazing game room with a great popcorn maker just like the movies.... Everything was perfect, from the time we entered with our favorite wine waiting for us, to the delicious cookies that would have made Santa Claus envious... So yes we had an excellent stay and will be back again when we are going to Charlotte. Thank you for being such excellent host and making our stay exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tara D.
15 Aug 2017
Peaceful and playful home was perfect for our PGA stay.
Southern hospitality was extended to us from our first conversation with the owners to our homemade cookies upon our arrival and their kindly gestures and prompt return of our deposit upon departure. The home is spacious with plenty of charming areas to gather inside and outside. The property is clean and tidy and offers all of the amenities you would need. We didn't notice a cool little party room "MAN CAVE" off the side of the garage until midway through our trip and I'm sure some guests would really enjoy that space! That goes for the loft play area upstairs too. We did not need the space, but I imagine families traveling with small children would appreciate the separate areas to play and stay. All in all it was great value for the size of the place and the location was close enough to downtown Charlotte but far away enough to feel like a true get-away. Lennox and Lauren are fabulous hosts and were attentive to all of our inquiries before and during our stay. I would highly recommend this home for friends and families gathering for college events or just exploring all that Charlotte and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
8 Aug 2017
Great house for a group
We had nine folks stay comfortably. The kitchen was great for cooking for the group, with a layout that made it easy for us all to gather round. Fantastic porch with rockers, and we did a poker tournament in the man cave. Would stay again in a heartbeat!