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Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table set for six.
A modern living room with a gray sofa, blue and green patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A dock with chairs and a gazebo by a lake surrounded by trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and teal bar stools.
A lakeside view with trees and benches.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the beach, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests and includes 3 bathrooms. It features a patio, balcony, and deck for outdoor enjoyment, along with games for entertainment. Nearby activities include swimming, tubing, and motorboating, while attractions like Lake Anna and the North Anna Nuclear Information Center offer additional exploration. The stay is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Anna
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mineral, VA
  • Place, Lake Anna
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Anna State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Kings Dominion
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Living room

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main floor bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master en suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat

Visit Blue Skies at Lake Anna and make it your preferred vacation home. Awesome waterfront, spacious yard, comfortable home - what more could you ask for?

FAQ:
Is this home waterfront? - Yes, and it features a really gentle slope from the house to the water.
Does Blue Skies at Lake Anna have WiFi? - Yes.
Can we use the boat lift? - Yes.
Is it Public or Private side? - Public.
Can my dog stay? - With approval and payment of a pet fee/pet/visit.

This WATERFRONT home offers the perfect location to enjoy everything LAKE ANNA has to offer. Blue herons swoop and fish jump throughout the protected, deep-water cove, perfect for kayaks and canoes. For your paddling pleasure, enjoy the cove or main lake with the two kayaks . If you want a slower pace, the pedal boat is perfect.

The gentle slope from the house to water's edge guarantees that guests of all ages can enjoy the waterfront and dock. Watch the kids play in the sandbox or swim in the semi-enclosed area close to the bank, or enjoy the deep water from the end of the dock.

Marvel at the huge master bedroom and bath with a private balcony lakeside. The third bedroom has its own lakeside balcony as well. Three bedrooms and two baths upstairs are complimented by two pullout couches and a full bath on the main floor.

Enjoy visits with family and friends in the open concept first floor that extends to a wide deck, patio and fire pit close to water's edge. The WiFi, pool table, smart TV, games, DVDs and books offer something for everyone.

Still interested in Blue Skies at Lake Anna? This part of the narrative lets you know a bit about the on-line travel agency’s operations and my business practices. If Blue Skies at Lake Anna looks like a contender, read on.

Prior to booking, the on-line travel agency does not share your contact information with me which restricts us from communicating outside of their platform. After I accept your booking through this on-line travel agency, I will then be able to see your contact information, and I will reach out to you right away to be sure that Blue Skies at Lake Anna is a good fit for your party. Then, I will send you the Rental Agreement for your e-signature.

You’ll notice that Blue Skies at Lake Anna does not offer a discount for a week-long booking. Discounts cost you more because VRBO commission is charged on the pre-discounted price, so I’ve reduced the cost for mid-week dates, which gives you the same price for seven days as if I offered you a discount on the week. Winning!!!

Now, back to the lake: Lake Anna is the second largest lake located entirely in Virginia. It encompasses 250 miles of shoreline and 13,000 acres of water. The lake is 17 miles long and surrounded by farms and forest.

Lake Anna has 2 sections, the main or public side and the private side. The public section consists of 9,600 acres with marinas, restaurants and commercial business. The private side is divided by 3 rock dikes and consists of 3,400 acres. There are no public boat ramps, marinas or restaurants on the private side; only homes adorn the shoreline.

Blue Skies at Lake Anna is located mid-lake on the public side, close to restaurants, marinas, Lake Anna State Park and other attractions by either boat or car.

Attractions: Lake Anna is perfect for boating, jet-skiing, fishing and water activities, but there are many other activities to enjoy while visiting this area. Some attractions include hiking trails at Lake Anna State Park, wineries (Lake Anna Winery, Mattaponi Winery, Cooper Vineyards, Weston Farms and more), Kings Dominion Theme Park, Monticello (Thomas Jefferson's Home), Montpelier (James & Dolly Madison's Home), Civil War battlefields, Bluemont Concerts and Dances, Fridays After Five, the Mineral Bluegrass Festival, fine dining, shopping and more. Lake Anna is located close to Fredericksburg, Richmond and Charlottesville. Blue Skies at Lake Anna is owned by a local who can offer you suggestions to round out your vacation itinerary.

About the pricing: Service fee is a VRBO fee and cannot be adjusted by the Host. Host fee is cleaning and a single pet fee, if applicable. If more than one dog is approved, additional pet fee is required.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Owner must approve more than 8 persons on property
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Dogs only, Owner must approve. Fee is /pet/stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside
Guest will sign Rental Agreement sent by Host after booking and provide identification within 7 days or booking is cancelled. No third party bookings.
As of 1/1/2024, County TOT is 7%. Guest will pay additional 5% tax after booking until VRBO updates the tax rate.
Life jackets must be worn in the owner-supplied kayaks and pedal boat. Swim at your own risk.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 788128vb
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
Note from host: Owner must approve more than 8 persons on property
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Mineral

Located in Mineral, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. High Point Marina and Anna Point Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Anna and Lake Anna State Park. Belmont Park and Louisa Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Mineral, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Anna - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Anna State Park - 19 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Fredericksburg Battlefield - 53 min drive - 66.9 km
  • Kings Dominion - 55 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center - 55 min drive - 71.8 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cove at Lake Anna - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant at Lake Anna - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lake Anna Taphouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Hole Craft Beverages & Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Anna Cabana - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Skies At Lake Anna, A Phenomenal Waterfront Retreat located?

This Mineral holiday home is on the beach, steps from Lake Anna and within 9 mi (15 km) of High Point Marina and Anna Point Marina. Sturgeon Creek Marina and Lake Anna State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time we've stayed here. Great home, plenty of yard for our border collie, good fishing, plenty of cooking supplies, awesome water access! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2026
You will be most welcome. Thanks for the lovely review. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Was so nice to be waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
I’m pleased you enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, the location and very much enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2026
You are welcome back. Thanks for staying. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family, including the dogs all spent a week at Blue Skies Lake Anna. The house is beautifully appointed very spacious and very well stocked. We didn’t need a thing while we were there. I loved that it was on a quiet cove. Perfect for children and animals who wanna go out to float or splash around on the little shoreline. We were able to use the kayaks and the standup paddleboard that were provided. So peaceful and gorgeous just kayaking and paddling around the cove watching birds. The dock was perfect to sit on sharing stories and drinks. Absolutely enjoyed the peaceful laid-back atmosphere of Lake Anna.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2026
I do love our cove. I'm so happy that it was perfect for your children and animals. I look forward to hosting you again. Thanks for the lovely review. K
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The location of the house is amazing.water wise .. The house main level needs work, the main bathroom on the lower level smels like urine . . the furniture is old ... we had ants in the home. The towels smelled bad and our room had no sheets on our bed. .Neighbors dogs also came loose to my dog which was scary and I had to fight them off. Also carpet is dirty ... Over priced i would say for the house ... the lake area...is what u pay for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the amazing lake location, but we’re very sorry that several aspects of your stay did not meet expectations. We were disappointed to hear that you had cleanliness concerns. I will be reviewing these concerns with my cleaning team and taking steps to ensure the home is properly prepared and maintained between stays. Regarding the furniture, the home is represented in the listing photos, including its current style and condition, but I appreciate your feedback and will keep it in mind as I evaluate future improvements to the property. I will also continue working with pest control professionals to address ants entering the home, particularly when the patio doors from the deck to the kitchen are left open. Any pest treatment will, of course, be handled with the safety of our four-legged guests in mind. We’re especially sorry about the incident involving the neighbors’ dogs. We understand how frightening that must have been, particularly with your own dog, and we regret that you had to deal with that during your stay. I will be speaking with my new neighbor about the issue, and I am also planning to erect a fence to help prevent pets from crossing between properties. Thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to make improvements to both the property and the overall guest experience.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The lake view was very peaceful however equipment outside was filthy including kayaks barbeque and peddle boat Picnic table should be used for fire wood House inside nice except no instructtions on how to operate tv or thermostat Latest book on Lake Anna 2023
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
I am glad that you found the lake view peaceful and the home nice. We promptly responded to guest's questions about the tv and the thermostat. We are happy to remedy any issues we are made aware of during a guest’s stay and would have immediately addressed them if we had known. All outdoor equipment has been cleaned and one of two outdoor tables was replaced. We did not agree to this guest’s request for a refund made after departure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and spacious, and the location is excellent! We had a lovely girls weekend. The owner was very communicative and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2025
Girls’ weekends are the best! You’re welcome back anytime. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding!

Location, house, accommodations, hosts - all are outstanding. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Steve and I thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Get a Way

The views are amazing. Loved spending the day on the large pier with our dog babies. House was clean and spacious.
Our baby getting some sun time
Pier provided shade as well
The amazing views
Views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
You were great guests, although your visit was so brief! I hope you can come back to enjoy Blue Skies and Lake Anna at a later time. You will be welcome. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nicely remodeled. Plenty of kitchen utensils, plates, etc. We didn't use the pool table, but a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great experience!

Wonderful house on a terrific property with a great center lake location! The owners were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We enjoyed hosting you. Come back again anytime. Kate & Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay at Blue Skies!

We had a great time at Blue Skies! The house was perfect for our family. It was very clean and it had everything you needed. We will definitely be back again. Kate was very prompt and friendly and great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Mattie and I enjoyed meeting you and your family. Guests like you make this hosting adventure fun! I look forward to seeing you again. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a cute house loved the set up and how close the water was to the house!

Celebrated my girlfriends 50th Birthday! Great house, owner was very helpful would definitely book this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2020
And we would welcome you back. Happy Birthday to the celebrant. I'm glad your group enjoyed the time together. K
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic!

This place was perfect for our weekend getaway. Even better than the pictures. The waterfront is beautiful and the paddle boat was fun to use.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2020
I hear that comment - "better than the pictures" - so often. Time to upgrade the pictures. Thanks for your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

We loved the property and our furbabies loved the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We enjoyed hosting you. Hope you return, especially off-season for better fishing. Thanks for your patience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July 4th

Katie was wonderful and caring. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
I enjoyed hosting you and look forward to your return. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Skies. This is probably one of the cleanest houses we have ever rented through Homeaway. The location is on a quiet part of the lake and the dock was much larger than it appears in the pictures. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2020
You were great guests. You treated the house well and were a pleasure to meet.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation at Blue Skies

We had a great time. The house was tucked back in a cove so we could float around on tubes and not have to worry about anything. Nice flat walk from house to dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2020
We enjoyed hosting you and your group. I hope you can return to Blue Skies at Lake Anna. Thank you for your wonderful review. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blue skies for sure!

Very clean and orderly home. Being in a cove was delightful without all the boats going by. Mornings were wonderful at the boat dock. Would highly recommend staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We hope to see you again. Thanks for the kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Very clean and comfortable house, felt like home. Right on the water. So peaceful. Amazing view. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Thanks so much for finding Blue Skies as a respite for your family. Please return again. K
Archival

10/10 Excellent

From bald eagle flying over the cove to the wonderful home

Everything was splendid! The golden doodles Molly and Murphy and the golden retriever Duffy had a joyous time!! Humans too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks for this review as well as the awesome video of the bald eagle.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Skies had everything we needed for a great stay. We loved taking the kayaks out on the lake and the fishing off the dock was great. The cove location was peaceful with a lovely wooded area across the cove, yet close to the larger lake area. When we were inside the house we had wonderful views of the lake. The dock lounge chairs were awesome for a relaxing afternoon reading on the dock or taking a nap. We also enjoyed campfires in the fire pit and playing pool on the very nice pool table. If we return to Lake Anna we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful, serene location!

We had a fun trip. Great house, just big enough for 3 couples and 2 babies. Great big kitchen, relatively open layout for babies to crawl around. :) Secluded location, very peaceful. Pool table was lots of fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks for being such a great guest. I appreciate your kind comments.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving on the Lake

We had a wonderful time celebrating Thanksgiving on the lake. We were provided a roasting pan for our turkey! How much more could you ask for? The view was incredible, and we enjoyed the deer, squirrels, and chipmunks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2023
We were so pleased to host you at Thanksgiving. I enjoyed meeting you and your family. Hopefully, you'll have the opportunity to stay at Blue Skies at Lake Anna in the future. K
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Lakefront Home with a Beautiful View

We enjoyed a family weekend at Blue Skies. The house was very clean and spacious to accommodate six adults and two dogs, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool table and the outside property amenities as well, which included a fire pit, dock, and paddle boat. The views of the lake were spectacular, and the location was convenient to Lake Anna Park and the winery. We were sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for visiting. I’m so glad you enjoyed family time at Blue Skies at Lake Anna.

About the host

Hosted by Kenyne (Kate) Killham

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As a native Nebraskan, I always loved lakes more than oceans. However, I didn't like the cold and wind that permeates Nebraska winters, so I moved to Virginia many years ago. Combining my love of lakes with the moderate Virginia climate makes Lake Anna a dream come true.

I retired after a 30 year career in law enforcement and have moved into fun post-career jobs as winery festival coordinator at Lake Anna Winery and a newspaper reporter. I'm also involved in volunteer activities, some of which revolved around the well-being of our children. I'm becoming more addicted to bridge as each week passes.

Feel free to ask me about the lake and the number of wonderful restaurants that we have. I wrote the 2014 and 2015 Lure of Lake Anna restaurant guides, so I've done my research.

Why they chose this property

Steve and I actively manage this property. I will be prompt in addressing any questions or concerns that arise, before, during and after your visit.

Steve and I love working on Blue Skies during the off-season. We've made many improvements over the past four plus years. He excels at carpentry, drywall, name it, he does it.

I want you to enjoy your Lake Anna visit whether you rent Blue Skies or one of the other excellent properties.

What makes this property unique

Our purchase of this home was a an easy decision. After looking at several other properties, Blue Skies was the obvious winner. Where some homes have many stairs down to the water, Blue Skies is practically level. Many subdivisions lack mature trees, but Tall Pines is, just as the name suggests, covered with tall pines. Water around other Lake Anna docks may be very shallow in late summer, but Blue Skies always has good depth. I could go on and on, but visit Blue Skies and see for yourself.

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