10/10 Excellent
Luigi O.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
USC Graduation
Luigi O.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Lake living in a relaxed family and pet-friendly home
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 24371.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Chapin, SC
- Lake Murray1 min drive
- Crooked Creek Park9 min drive
- Columbiana Centre20 min drive
- Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 24)
Downstairs Family Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Downstairs Master
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
Loft Living Area
1 Double Sofa Bed
Upstairs East 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Upstairs East 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Upstairs West 1
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Upstairs West 2
1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Downstairs Bath 2
Toilet · Shower only
East Wing Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
West Wing Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lake living in a relaxed family and pet-friendly home
If you’re looking for the perfect large gathering space, there is room for even the extended family here! Take a trip that is reminiscent of going to your grandparents’ log home or summer camp. Swim, swing, make S’mores, work puzzles, play board games, tennis, or basketball, kayak, bring your own boat for fishing or play or rent one locally. There is a boat ramp and a loading dock, but no overnight docking.
Discount available for 7 day rental ($300+ total).
PET/ALLERGY WARNING: Your well-behaved pets are welcome, but be aware there are cats and dogs that live here when you’re not visiting.
Keeping in mind the many small families that make up a large family like ours or a friend group, each room is designed to accommodate two adults and at least one additional child or adult. Tent camping in the backyard could even provide protected adventure for some.
A permanent ramp is located at the side entrance of the home, and a portable ramp for back entrances is available. Raised toilet seat with support handles is available. Please contact us with any questions.
There are two security cameras/doorbells on the premises covering front and back yard areas/pool.
Discount available for 7 day rental ($300+ total).
PET/ALLERGY WARNING: Your well-behaved pets are welcome, but be aware there are cats and dogs that live here when you’re not visiting.
Keeping in mind the many small families that make up a large family like ours or a friend group, each room is designed to accommodate two adults and at least one additional child or adult. Tent camping in the backyard could even provide protected adventure for some.
A permanent ramp is located at the side entrance of the home, and a portable ramp for back entrances is available. Raised toilet seat with support handles is available. Please contact us with any questions.
There are two security cameras/doorbells on the premises covering front and back yard areas/pool.
Property manager
Ron Blakley
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Family neighborhood; county ordinances apply
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Use ash trays/small cans available, not the yard!
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Family neighborhood; county ordinances apply
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
About the area
Chapin
Located in Chapin, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Murray Golf Center and Lake Murray Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Irmo Community Park and Anchor Lanes. Travelling with kids? Consider Saluda Shoals Park, or check out an event or a game at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Chapin, SC
What's nearby
- Lake Murray - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
- Crooked Creek Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
- Lake Murray Marina - 19 min drive - 10.6 km
- Columbiana Centre - 20 min drive - 22.3 km
- University of South Carolina - 35 min drive - 38.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Janet S.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family gathering
Janet S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie D.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Stephanie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maliek C.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Day on the lake!!
Maliek C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin G.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for a Large Group
Kevin G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra S.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Family Connection
Sandra S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H., Augusta, GA
5 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Patrick H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dyna W.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Youth Trip
Dyna W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
18 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend staying here and want to come again!
Mary B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara M.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation 2024
Sara M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Was perfect!
Sarah T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
carla t.
26 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family vacation all together
carla t.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Trent W., West Columbia
28 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th b-day get together
Trent W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacey M.
12 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our graduation/commissioning party!
Stacey M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth V.
27 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for small fishing club!
Kenneth V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle G.
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake House
Michelle G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lynda W.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Together
Lynda W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon R.
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Bliss!
Sharon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
LA H.
14 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a blast renting this place for our family reunion/celebration.
LA H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
SERENA B., Chapin, SC
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
SERENA B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
ken P.
30 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time Retreat
ken P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josephine B., Winston Salem, North Carolina USA
10 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Josephine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
ron b.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40th HS Reunion
ron b.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debbie D.
24 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for family visiting for a wedding
Debbie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Laura W.
17 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
throw rugs and cats
Laura W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Ron Blakley
We have enjoyed sharing our home with friends and family for the past several years, and now that we are empty nesters and work from home 100%, “home” can be anywhere.
Why they chose this property
We want to see other families and friends have the opportunity to gather in one place in order to make some wonderful memories together. We’ve used the dynamics of our families to create spaces for the whole family to socialize as well as for the small families that make it up.
What makes this property unique
A home that can comfortably sleep 22-24 people is hard to come by, and it is important to be able to share time together without hotel-hopping. Of course, when needed, you can sneak away on a local adventure, sit outside, swim, or read a book in your own space.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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