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Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Livin' the Dream, nestled by a serene lake, offers three floors of living with two large balconies perfect for soaking up sunsets and stargazing. With several guest boat slips and moorings, bring your boat or jet ski to enjoy water activities. Relax at the downstairs bar or on your private patio with grills and a fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms204 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"

It's a new name, but it's the same great property! This property was formerly called "Livin The Dream" Lake Gaston.
The home features two living spaces, an open-concept kitchen/dining area, decks/balconies overlooking the sandy beach and main lake waters, a bedroom with a king-size bed and full bath on the main level, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on the second floor, and a walkout terrace level with a full bath and laundry.
Guests can use our three kayaks and two paddle boards for no additional cost.
The basement is also full of fun! There are lots of games, including trivia, foosball, Golden Tee, ping-pong, a poker table, and corn hole.
Several floats, some sand toys for kids, two beach chairs, three folding outdoor chairs, and fishing poles are also included for use.
We are steps away from the pickleball/tennis and basketball court. All the equipment needed to play is included in your stay.
Nights sitting by a fire out on the back porch watching the sunset are the best!

The location is central to shopping/dining/golfing/watersports.
Summers on the lake are fun; however, this home offers fun year-round!

We are a dog-friendly home!
There is a Pet Fee of $25/day



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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

If brining a pet, updated vaccinations are required along with date of last flea/tick treatment ***There is a pet fee of $25 per day per pet***
Guest must sign liability Waiver waving any claim whatsoever against the owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming or use of water toys
The property is fully furnished - any damage is the liability of the renter.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Photo of pet and vaccinations are required.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 neighborhood

Map
NC, Henrico

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Medoc Mountain State Park - 42 min drive - 50.9 km
  • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital - 48 min drive - 57.0 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 56 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 60 min drive - 82.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪WATERSVIEW - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lake Gaston Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Gaston Coffee Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream" located?

This family-friendly Henrico vacation home is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Goat Island and Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream" Reviews

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Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

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Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patsy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the property and its amenities. The owner of the property was very friendly and responsive to any questions we had. Great location for a family with dogs. Overall, a great time and place for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Wonderful Weekend Getaway

We absolutely loved the property and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this stay! The place was nice, clean and so close to the lake! We used the kayaks and cooked in the well stocked kitchen. Check-in was so easy! Maria was communicative and helpful. We are bookmarking this place as a repeat relaxing girls weekend for the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

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

Family time

Awesome place, awesome host , would recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love and enjoy this property. It's an excellent choice for our family. The hosts are exceptional and really help to make our stay the best. So enjoy the swimming, peace and quiet, kayaks and paddle boards. The house is so comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an absolutely great stay. This property is very nice with everything you need for a wonderful time. And the setting is fantastic. I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Wonderful property and hosts

We had a wonderful stay at this property for a quick long weekend getaway. The home is beautifully maintained and offers plenty of activities. We enjoyed the easy access to the lake to take advantage of the kayaks/paddle boards. The hosts were incredibly responsive and we hope to rent from them again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location of this property. It has a beautiful view, is comfortable, pet friendly, and has everything for an active family! There is a great guest boat dock located within view of the deck. Maria responded immediately to any questions I had. Great place to make new memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Family Vacation

Great spot for our vacation. The beach area (which was super close to the house) was perfect for the kids. Maria was very responsive, the house had everything we needed and the views were beautiful! Lovely neighborhood as well. Close to a few spots (bakery, coffee shop, grocery store, mini golf) which was helpful. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was warm and welcoming and felt like a second home. They allowed use of chairs and floats and other items which was a great bonus. The unit and beach/dock access was great as well. The owners contacted us and made themselves available to us if needed. We had no issues with the home and would rent from the owners again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Partesar A.

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

Perfect Stay!

We had a wonderful family vacation. The home was spotless, beautifully maintained, and fully stocked with everything we needed—from kitchen essentials to extra towels and more. It truly felt like a home away from home.Maria, our host, was exceptional—warm, helpful, and incredibly responsive throughout our stay. She made everything so easy and stress-free.We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and are already looking forward to returning. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable, clean, and well-equipped place to stay!The Alexanders
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

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

Spring Break

The home was clean and inviting with lots to do!! We rented a pontoon and that was also a good experience. The grounds were clean. The view was just spectacular!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary N.

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

Christmas Holiday

We are a return customer. We have stayed here before so we knew from the start that this place works well for us. Good location with lake views and spacious enough with the downstairs area to accommodate the guys watching Football while the kids are watching their shows upstairs.Highly recommend this unit for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

My new favorite spot

From the time we booked through the time we checked out, we had an amazing experience. Maria was super responsive and helpful, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The home was spacious, clean, and well-stocked. It was so nice to have the basic supplies there when we arrived (paper products, soap, trash bags, even coffee k-cups). The views from the two decks and patio are gorgeous - especially the sunset over the water. Even though it was January and chilly outside we were able to sit outside and enjoy the patio using the gas fire pit. The bedrooms are spacious and we appreciate that each has a private bathroom. The common space is well furnished with plenty of room. They thought of everything....games, books, a poker table, a dry bar, an extra full-size refrigerator, foosball, ping pong table, cornhole, paddle boards, etc.We enjoyed taking walks along the waterfront and trails within the community. The grocery store and restaurants are close by. We had lunch on the water at Waters View Restaurant and a fabulous dinner at Blue Jay Bistro. If you are considering booking - do it! You will not regret it. We look forwarding to booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025