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Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park

Holiday home in Creswell with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Property grounds
Dining
Property grounds
Surrounded by the rich history of Pettigrew State Park, this lakeview retreat offers a serene escape. Enjoy direct views of Lake Phelps and the surrounding farms from the sunporch or take part in outdoor activities like boating, hiking trails, biking and swimming.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park

Relax with family & friends at this peaceful lakeview retreat. At nearly 100 years old the property is surrounded with history. The renovated design kept the history alive while adding a more modern charm. Direct views of Pettigrew State Park, Lake Phelps and surrounding farms can be seen from the home and property. The Lake offers tundra swan migration, bass fishing & much more! Enjoy boating, hiking trails, biking, swimming, kayaking, picnicking, hunting, fishing & wildlife observation. Public boat ramp is located in close proximity. Relax on the sunporch with breath taking views of Lake Phelps! The rich history and habitat of the area are second to none. Only one hour drive to OBX. Starlink WiFi. NO PETS ALLOWED

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Although we love our fur babies, PETS are NOT allowed at the property. If pets are present at the property there will be $500 charge. FIRM NO PETS

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

About the area

Map
Creswell, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Phelps - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pettigrew State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Somerset Place - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge - 26 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge - 47 min drive - 68.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Blue 252 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Barnyard Betsy’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Creswell Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cahoon's Pizza & Wings - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Barnyard Betsy Cheesesteaks and Hoagies - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park located?

Situated in Creswell, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Phelps, Pettigrew State Park and Somerset Place. Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away.

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Magnolia Oaks at the Lake, A Retreat at Lake Phelps, NC & Pettigrew State Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and amazing view! This was our second stay and would come back again and again to relax and unplug!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Great location to the lake

Great house for all ages and so close to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Better than advertised!

Booked here to attend a family wedding nearby and not sure what to expect. Pictures are 100% accurate and the house is even better in person. Plenty of space and highly recommend! Will definitely come back if we ever are traveling to the area again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

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

Amazing property

Property is great. Newly remodeled. Is far from everything so pack your food before getting there. Super quiet place great for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Peace and Quiet

My family was looking for a place to get away and relax. We were definitely able to do this in a clean, spacious, and immaculate home. Hardly any traffic around to worry about! Peace and quiet!! Excellent place to slow down and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Waldorf

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

Beauty ~ Peace ~ Serenity

The property is as described and more! The house is beautifully appointed, cozy and welcoming. The host is superb, attentive and very kind. They thought of everything for making the stay comfortable. This is a fabulous place to really connect with the nature and history around you. Very quiet and the night sky is as it should be seen. The enormous lake is steps away but the beauty surrounds you! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth S.

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

Best Vacation House I’ve Stayed At!

This is the best house. It is exactly as pictured - clean, comfortable and spacious. The outside seating is a great addition as well. The host’s had an amazing welcome for us as well - some of the tastiest cupcakes and a huge bowl of snacks -truly appreciated after a long drive. The house is well stocked from the kitchen to the bedrooms and baths plus the laundry room. I feel like most houses now barely have TP and Jess had multiple detergent types for us. Jess was great - offering ideas to do in the area and responding immediately. Oh and did I mention the tandem bike?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin M.

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

Lovely home beside Phelps Lake

The house is very nice. We were surprised the moment we walked in. It had everything you would need for a short getaway. I highly recommend to those that want a little seclusion yet close enough for a day at the coast. ~52 minute drive. We went to Nags Head for one day, you're about 8 miles to Hwy 64, then 64 all the way to the coast. It has a grill and firepit outside, with everything you need to grill your favorite meats. Youre right down the road from the park ranger's office and walkway to the lake. I walked there and back for exercise every morning. Phelps Lake is in front of the house, across the street and very short walk through the trees. You can see the lake through the trees. There is a path around the lake you can take a stroll through, though we just went to access points with docks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025