The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia - Lanexa

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Lanexa, VA

Saude Creek Vineyard
12 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets
26 min drive
College of William and Mary
27 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
37 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Room

1 King Bed

Sleeping Loft

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia

The Tiny Red Barn is a labor of love built by us for you on the Diascund Reservoir with water views, wooded trails and sunsets. We feel like we're on vacation every day of the year and look forward to sharing our 26 acres with you. Heavily wooded land with rolling trails, birds, deer, squirrels, turtles, chickens and bees. A large amount of our property sits on the Diascund Reservoir which provides a whole other side of nature.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
4/1/24
Current levels at 100%
What are you able to do at these levels?

Kayak
Canoe
Fish
Spot elusive creatures
Enjoy marvelous sunsets

Updates to Reservoir Levels when a significant change occurs

Mini Donkeys - we currently have six mini rescue donkeys.

They are secured by a fence and have their own barn.

Adults, children and pets are strictly PROHIBITED from entering their fenced in area at any time without a host being present. DO NOT FEED or place hands, or fingers into their fenced in area.

If you wish to meet them and have a grooming session, we’ll do our best to make that happen .

Property manager

Virginia and Stephen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Ensuring safety is the responsibility of the guest

Events

No events allowed

No large gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Must be 26 yrs old to reserve The Tiny Red Barn. No 3rd party bookings. ID must match reserving party.

The Rental Agreement will be forwarded via Docusign after booking. Instant booking constitutes confirmation of and agrees to the Rental Agreement

Prior to acceptance, tell us. 1. What brings you to the area? 2. Do you agree to sign the vacation rental agreement?

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: No large gatherings

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lanexa

Located in Lanexa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stonehouse Golf Club and Saude Creek Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Go-Karts Plus and Old Forge Sporting Clays. MagiQuest and Williamsburg Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lanexa, VA

What's nearby

Saude Creek Vineyard - 12 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 26 min drive
Ford's Colony at Williamsburg - 27 min drive
College of William and Mary - 27 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 29 min drive

Getting around

Williamsburg Transportation Center - 27 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
‪Lakeside Restaurant at Ed Allen's - ‬14 min drive
‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
‪Two Drummers BBQ - ‬12 min drive
‪501 Bar & Grill A - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Stonehouse Golf Club, Saude Creek Vineyard and Cumberland Marsh Natural Area Preserve. Kiskiack Golf Club is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Bertie B.

13 Sept 2024

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

Beautiful setting with a lovingly maintained property

Beautiful setting with a lovingly maintained property, very respectful and responsive hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

6 Aug 2024

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

The beautiful, restful, Tiny Red Barn

The Tiny Red Barn is such a unique, delightful, and absolutely beautiful property. The space is clean and impeccably decorated, including all of the amenities you may need during your stay. We especially enjoyed our time relaxing in the screened in porch, the game selection and game time with our kids, paddling on the reservoir, and making s’mores around the fire pit. Virginia was communicative and available at any time, but gave us our space and privacy throughout our entire stay. It was so easy to melt into relaxation at this gorgeous property and we hope to stay at the Tine Red Barn again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane p.

4 Aug 2024

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

Attention to Detail

Loved the American flags attached to the trees as we drove in. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay because of how remarkable they made our living quarters!! The attention to detail was amazing. Personal robes, special soap as a gift as well as all the items desired when taking a shower, shampoo, razor, tooth brush, ect..a few adult beverages in the frig, cookies, and games both indoor and outdoor. The decorating done on the inside and outside was beautiful! The donkeys would greet us while on our walks. People who came to visit during our stay were also very impressed!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

24 July 2024

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

Truly a 5 star place

This is one of the best vacation homes we have stayed in. Very clean, comfortable beds, lots of thoughtful extras, and a friendly responsive host. We had fun on the trails around the property, fishing from the pier and just loving the house and natural surroundings. The location was great for getting out to local tourist stuff too. Our family had never spent any time with donkeys until we met the ones on the property. We immediately fell in love with those peaceful guys and looked forward to visiting every day. Thanks for the great stay — We are looking forward to returning!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

9 July 2024

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

Get away with the wife.

Beautiful property with great privacy and scenery. Extremely clean and very comfortable. Stayed for four nights with my wife and our dog while we enjoyed the area. Couldn't ask for a more perfect location. Owners were very respectful and polite. We enjoyed greeting the donkeys each morning!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

23 June 2024

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

Absolutely beautiful!!

Everything was as described in the posting. The cookies and eggs were absolutely fabulous and I loved my "keepsake" bar of soap. The kayaks were an awesome added bonus! The reservoir was so calm. The house is so beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. It was like coming home after the adventures at the theme parks. We could love 💖 to stay again in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn G.

17 June 2024

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

Lovely little home

We loved the tiny red barn ! Beautifully decorated, clean, comfortable, and lots of sweet add-ons that made it extra special! I liked the fresh eggs and homemade soap . Enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch listening to the birds and watching squirrels play . Our stay was too short , I’d love to return and relax in the little barn .

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

29 Mar 2024

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

Paradise

Perfect getaway for teens and adults. House was wonderful and had everything you could need. Hosts were fantastic and gave great recommendations for local spots and a goat farm. We will definitely return again and will recommend this oasis to all!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

3 Feb 2024

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

Wonderful Gem Convenient to Williamsburg and More!

I sent my retired parents to the Little Red Barn as a gift, and they loved it! All my communications with the hosts were friendly, easy and great! I asked my parents to send me their reviews so others could read about a great find. From one parent: We enjoyed our stay at the Little Red Barn immensely. Its location was an excellent jumping-off point for our tours of the Historic Triangle of Williamsburg. Each day we looked forward to returning to our “home away from home” and only wished we had more time to explore the surroundings with our dog. We highly recommend the Little Red Barn for a stay in the Williamsburg/Richmond area! From the other parent: We just loved the Tiny Red Barn! It was so comfy and cozy. Decorated beautifully. The bed was very comfortable and we both slept well. The kitchen was well stocked. The grounds were beautiful. Too cold to sit on the beautiful porch. The place even had a fire pit, picnic table and gas grill. All in red!! We truly enjoyed our visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

24 Dec 2023

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

Beautiful setting!

We loved every minute of our stay at the tiny red barn. The barn is well decorated and enjoyed our night fire and watching Christmas movies. Just a short distance to Williamsburg. The perfect location to relax and unwind. We enjoyed the fresh cookies upon arrival and the selection of hot teas. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

16 Dec 2023

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

2nd stay in Williamsburg

My husband, dog, and I had the best stay at the Tiny Red Barn. This was our second stay here and we are already planning a third. Cant say enough positive things about this place and the hists themselves are amazing. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

12 Dec 2023

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

Little Red Dream

There aren’t enough nice things to say about the Little Red Barn! We had a slight change in our travel plans and Virginia could not have been more gracious & accommodating. My sister-in-law made the trip with me and we both unanimously said as soon as we settled in, “We could live here!” Virginia met us when we arrived and showed us everything we needed to know. From the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies waiting for us when we arrived to the beautifully decorated unit, the perfectly appointed kitchen and bathroom, the peaceful, serene grounds and view of the reservoir, the holiday decorations and warm hospitality- everything was just perfect. We totally fell in love with the Little Red Barn & can’t wait to come back again! Virginia & Stephen attend to your every need when you stay with them. Their hospitality & beautiful property were the high point of our trip. Thank you for such a wonderful stay and the delightful home made soap! We hope to see you again soon! Merry Christmas! 🎄

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

26 Oct 2023

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

Perfect Getaway

When we arrived my children ran into the woods and began to explore. The area is such a relief from city life. With all the outings I planned the kiddos wanted to stay at the barn. The shower is amazingly relaxing. The beds are the softest ever. All of the amenities are as expected. I hope to return in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer b.

16 Oct 2023

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Jennifer and Michael, David and Tom

This property is a hidden gem! Pictures do not do it justice. Thoughtful details, efficiently organized, quality products were most appreciated. The outdoor seating at sunset is Beautiful! We were welcomed with fresh baked cookies! Thank you for making our time so memorable.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

4 Sept 2023

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Fishing wknd

Myself, my son and grandson enjoyed our stay thoroughly! Will be back again next year

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

14 Aug 2023

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

Perfect Little Barn

Wonderful location. Well thought out property. Had everything you would have wanted in terms of activities. Amazing decor and detail to the barn. Loved the nighttime lighting with the window candles. The outdoor fire pit was fully stocked and very convenient. The kayaks were easy to get to and perfect for our family. I could go on and on. Such a perfect vacation spot.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

13 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful property!

We loved our time at the Tiny Red Barn! The property is beautiful and the house is so cozy. We used it as a weekend getaway to Busch Gardens, so didn't spend as much time at the house as I would have liked. I guess we'll just have to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P., Media, PA

23 July 2023

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Amazing property!

We loved our week long stay at the “Tiny Red Barn”! It was a great home base for everything we wanted to see and do in the Williamsburg/ Richmond areas. The property itself is wonderful, extremely clean, beds were very comfortable and so many personal touches and amenities…the cookies awaiting on our arrival were an especially nice touch. We loved the dock, and had fun with the kayaks, paddleboat etc. Virginia and Stephen are amazing hosts and we would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott c.

13 July 2023

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

Best rental ever

I can not even express how beautiful and relaxing this home is. Yes, it feels like home! Anything that you could think of that you would need it is provided. Our boys loved the cookies that were made for us. If you’re looking for somewhere to be at peace this is the place. I can just keep going on and on. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

22 June 2023

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

Beautiful Home

We enjoyed our stay at this peaceful place! The fire pit and fishing doc were our favorites. The home is cozy with everything we needed and more! Thoughtful personal touches were appreciated. I would absolutely bring my family here again. The kids are still talking about the barn!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne H.

30 Apr 2023

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Great stay

Relaxing cabin in the country. Nice places to gather. Thoughtful hosts! Near Williamsburg and Richmond!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie D.

22 Apr 2023

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Great stay

We had a wonderful time. It was so peaceful and quite. We would sit outside in the rocking chairs and let our pup have a good time. We are looking forward to next time.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

14 Apr 2023

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

Wonderful Family Getaway

The Tiny Red Barn is the perfect place for a relaxing, peaceful getaway. The interior is beautifully decorated and the kitchen is well stocked. The added bonus of the freshly baked cookies, the fresh eggs and the homemade soap were very much appreciated and enjoyed. The views were wonderful overlooking the water. Our family enjoyed walking the trails, playing games and sitting out by the fire in the evenings. There are several wineries that are close by and Williamsburg is about15-20 minutes away. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind. We hope to return soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

13 Apr 2023

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perfect VA getaway!

Our family of five absolutely loved the Red Barn- the location looking over the lake was even better than we imagined when we booked! We will definitely recommend to anyone staying in the Williamsburg area!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

4 Apr 2023

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A beautiful place to rest and enjoy some family time

We had a wonderful stay at the Tiny Red Barn and I've been telling EVERYONE about this gem. Its rare to find such a well-kept, thoughtful, and comfortable place to rest, refresh, and enjoy for everyone in the family - ranging from kids to tweens to adults. But we all really enjoyed this delightful oasis. Highlights included canoeing on the lake and watching the turtles bob in and out of the water, the free range chickens that my kids loved tracking and naming, the hiking trails, and making soap with the most lovely and engaging property owner. It was conveniently located to Williamsburg, Go Ape (an outdoor ropes course and zip line), great food like Hohl, and other fun activities in the area. We'll be raving about this stay for some time to come and we highly recommend the Tiny Red Barn!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Virginia and Stephen

We are a husband and wife team with many years of experience in remodeling homes and spaces, building, and property management. We are excited to share our 26 acres of nature with water views and access to anyone that wants a true getaway. We built The Tiny Red Barn in 2021. It provides the perfect location for resetting and refreshing. We look forward to your visit.

Why they chose this property

In 2013 we decided to leave NYC after Stephens lifelong residency, to come to Virginia to get away from the stress of the big apple. We set out to tour many rural areas in search of a perfect location to build an Arts and Crafts home. We arrived at this property and took the long walk from the street to the waterfront. It was winter. As we walked over the hill, we were able to see hundreds of geese sitting on the layer of ice that had covered the reservoir. Moments later they heard us, lifted off the ice in unison and flew overhead chattering like a beautiful chorus of nature. Yep, that was it. To have this scene knowing there was much more to come, we found our forever home. For us it's the ultimate water-view that will never threaten our home.