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Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!

Lakefront apartment with kitchenette and patio

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Nestled among towering trees, this inviting retreat offers a serene escape with lake views. Unwind on the spacious front deck as the sun sets over the water, or cook up a meal in your private kitchenette equipped with essentials like pots and pans and basic spices.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view
The current price is €167
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Microwave
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

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

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 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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Map
Raleigh, NC

What's nearby

  • William B. Umstead State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cinemark Bistro Raleigh - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • UNC REX Hospital - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • North Carolina Museum of Art - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 19 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Lime Cabo Grill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!?

As of 20 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! on 21 Dec 2025 start from €166.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! located?

Located in Northwest Raleigh, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from William B. Umstead State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lonerider Brewing Company and Crabtree Valley Mall. Shelley Lake Park and Laurel Hills Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It was a nice little spot but it didn't work for my needs and Darla was amazing and understanding and refunded my money even though it was day of check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Beautiful location

Cute little spot to stay for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

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

Cozy cottage feel

The owners have done a great job of creating a cozy cottage space convenient to all of Raleigh’s amenities. Check in/out was super easy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Serene Sanctuary

The property is set in a beautiful tranquil location and is ideally situated between RDU International Airport and downtown Raleigh.For anyone looking for a relaxed stay, this is the place to be. All the necessary amenities are included for your stay, and Darla the property manager is extremely helpful and can provide information on local amenities. I would highly recommend a stay at Serene Sanctuary.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES M.

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

serene sanctuary

Great place. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Dreamville

Very nice unit, clean, close to pretty much everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Nice people, quiet, pleasant view

This is a very quiet community with a lake in the center, which has close proximity to a lot of shopping, restaurants, etc. The unit itself is perfect for 1-2 folks, who appreciate quiet and serenity, and who are in town for essentially any reason. Very pleasant host also.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome bathroom and shower. Big main room with a love seat and big bed. Good office table for a laptop and little 40” tv in the corner to keep some background noise going. Everything was provided including shampoo, soap, conditioner, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc. even laundry and dish detergents. Plenty of plates and bowls and silverware if you need that. Crazy good view of a wonderful lake. Conveniently located near the Brier Creek shopping malls and a bunch of other ones to the south. Incredibly easy to get to 540 and 40 and 70. I was about 15 mins from my work off of page road. 10/10. 5 star. Would def recommend for 1-4 people for a chill spot right near a bunch of main arteries but on its own private road. There’s also a little back patio area and the front deck is amazing - you’ll lose yourself with the view it has. No bugs. No rodents. Clean everything. Dark if you want it to be or lit up and sunlit if you pull back the curtains and use the huge front window/sliding door entrance area. Driveway is a bit steep, but I was able to backup into a direct spot easily with an SUV and you can always park on the ample road.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025