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.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of William B. Umstead State Park. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a washer in the apartment.
Air-conditioned apartment with washing machine, hair dryer, and shower
Amenities include laundry facilities
11 minutes by car from North Carolina State University and 6 minutes from Crabtree Valley Mall
This apartment offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Raleigh apartment is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
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
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets 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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
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.
Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Beth M.
17 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Beth M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jorge R.
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Jorge R.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Robert B.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin G.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Kristin G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Cute little spot to stay for a few days.
Jennifer W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P.
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamville
Very nice unit, clean, close to pretty much everything.
Nicole P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam S.
11 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.