1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!

1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!

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The front view before a wedding ceremony in the side yard.
Rocking chair front porch.
Back of the house with screened porch.
A view from the family cemetery.
Entry hall with dining room to the left and living room to the right.

Overview of 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!

5 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bracey, VA
  • Popular LocationLake Gaston13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRosemont Vineyards7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn H. Kerr Reservoir31 min drive
  • AirportRichmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Davis Room

1 Queen Bed

Green Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Hunt Room

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Nursery

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!

THE FARMHOUSE IS NOT ON LAKE GASTON, BUT IT'S ONLY A MILE AWAY.
The Isle of Rest was once a 4,000 acre working farm originally built around 1810. The main house burned down after being struck by lightening and the current home was completed in 1865. The property was divided into two parcels by the family in the mid 1920's. Most of the land was sold to developers in the 1950's when Lake Gaston was formed by damming the Roanoke River. The homestead was lived in until 1973 when the matriarch of the family passed away. Her heirs allowed the land to sit for thirty years and fall into disrepair. I purchased the homestead and 25 acres in 2005 and set off to restore the grand old house. My family and I use it as a weekend getaway throughout the year and stay for a week several times during the summer. We put the boat in down the street at Holly Creek Marina, shoot skeet, take nature walks, enjoy the deer and other wildlife, and just relax. We recently decided to try renting the house out to help with the expenses and to share the wonderful setting with others. If you are a nature lover, reader, writer, boater, hunter or all the above you will really enjoy staying at the Isle of Rest. We have allowed two weddings and two business retreats to use the property and everyone loved it. Events, like a wedding, will be charged the weekly rate regardless of number of days on the property.

Property manager

Adam Jones

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should always be supervised.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Small weddings and family reunions only.

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Great area for dogs to run and play.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allow ONLY outside. Not in the house.
All children and pets must be supervised. No children near the pond without adult supervision.
Pets are not allowed upstairs or on any furniture.
A flat rate of $5,000 for seven days is required for weddings.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 99
Note from host: Small weddings and family reunions only.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bracey

Located in Bracey, this farm stay is in a rural area. Virginia S. Evans Doll Museum and South Hill Model Train Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rosemont Vineyards and South Hill Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 13 min walk
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 7 min drive
  • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital Thomas W. Leggett Center - 21 min drive
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 31 min drive
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - 6 min drive
  • Quiznos - 10 min drive
  • El Huasteco - 10 min drive
  • Huddle House - 9 min drive
  • Subway - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Gaston and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Rosemont Vineyards. South Hill Model Train Museum and Centennial Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway
I truly enjoyed the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

5/5 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Our family had an awesome 5 days at the Isle of Rest. It was nice to read the historical information about the property in a binder that was set up for guests. The house is extremely spacious. Plenty of room for all. The property and pond were well maintained and beautiful. The back screened porch was lovely to sit out on in the evenings and during the rain we had while there. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet. Peaceful. Elegant.
We needed a retreat during a stressful week. Isle of Rest felt like home. We are so grateful for the opportunity to have stayed in such a welcoming place and thank you Adam for being the perfect host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

5/5 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
We were looking for a place to get away from it all for a few days, just the three of us and our dog. When we arrived, we were pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem. The house is historic, beautiful, clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The A/C and wifi were fantastic. Overall, the grounds are lovely. We spent a lot of time at the pond fishing (catch & release), hanging out with the ducks, kayaking, watching deer from the front porch, reading in the multiple hammocks, making s'mores, and playing darts on the back porch. We brought our groceries and prepared all of our food at the house. Everything we needed was there (big bonus was the crockpot for BBQ pulled chicken). We had a fantastic time and plan to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

5/5 Excellent

David Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Getaway
Beautiful house and property with deer, fish in the pond and plenty of bedrooms for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Adam Jones

Host profile image
I live in Chapel Hill, NC about a one hour drive to the farmhouse, as we call it. I own a small real estate company and have been married for ten years. I have two adorable daughters (5 & 8) and two great dogs. We all love going to the farm house.

Why they chose this property

I always wanted a farmhouse since I grew up in the city. When I stumbled over this property years ago I simply fell in love with it. Even though it had been neglected I saw the potential in the 140 year old buildings. I was single at the time, so I spent weekends and vacations cleaning up the land and renovating the main house and out buildings. It's been a love affair ever since I drove down the 300 yard driveway.

What makes this property unique

I doubt there is another home like this one that is open for rental. It's a unique experience to stay in a property with such history and beauty. All of the woodwork in the house, except in the kitchen, is original to 1865. There are six fireplaces in the main house (four working). The office (once a doctor's office and the plantation office) is now a game room with a pool table and 80's arcade game and it's own wood stove, but no plumbing. The pond is stocked with bass and we have our duck friends paddling around. Blackberries, figs and other fruits grow in summer and are there for the picking.

Languages:

English
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