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

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior, 1000 sq ft
Front porch
Fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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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

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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
11/24
Current levels at 65%
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 several minis.

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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Ensuring safety is the responsibility of the guest
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Events

No events allowed
No large gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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.
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Lanexa, VA

What's nearby

  • Saude Creek Vineyard - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 26 min drive - 30.0 km
  • College of William and Mary - 27 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 29 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Jamestown Settlement - 35 min drive - 37.9 km

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
  • ‪Two Drummers BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stonehouse Grill - ‬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 9 miles (15 km) of New Kennt Park, Stonehouse Golf Club and Saude Creek Vineyard. Sweet Hall Marsh and Little Creek Reservoir Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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

Always wonderful!

This is one of our favorite properties to visit! So beautiful and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tara C.

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

Don’t miss this

I’m telling everyone about this cute barn! It was so relaxing and the atmosphere was just perfect for a weekend getaway! Everything is cared for. So relaxing! We stayed here and went into Williamsburg during the day - the drive was worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bertie B.

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

Lauren C.

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

Quiet and Comfortable Stay

We stayed at The Little Red Barn while visiting family to celebrate a sweet 16. It was very clean and welcoming. There were some nice touches like farm fresh eggs, baked cookies and it was decortated for christmas. Overall 10/10, Host were kind andand responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carol H.

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

Holiday retreat

We loved the place. The only thing I would say could be improved is the bathroom towels. Very rough and smelled of urine. Thanks for letting us share this place !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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

Lovely visit

We greatly enjoyed our time at the Tony Red Barn. This was a nice getaway for my spouse and I as we visited the area to spend some time in nature as well as revisit some American History. Thank you for sharing your vacation rental with us. We hope to revisit again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

The Perfect Little Sanctuary

Beautifully appointed, serene and perfect in every way. Just what we needed. An absolute delight.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

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

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

Courtney S.

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

Kevin S.

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

Tiny Red Barn

Fantastic stay - property was lovely and great support from owners throughout process.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Roxanne H.

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

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

Verified traveller

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

what a wonderful Christmas getaway!

Absolutely gorgeous retreat in the woods. Incredible house, incredible location, incredible decorations!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Paul A.

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

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

Stacey M.

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

Luxury Autumn Getaway

We had the best time at the Tiny Red Barn. We came to the area to visit Williamsburg, but our favorite part of the trip was relaxing at the barn. The property is absolutely gorgeous, completely serene and peaceful with breathtaking views. We spent time outside exploring, enjoyed s’mores by the fire, and cuddled up on the cozy seating on the screened in porch. The inside of the barn is immaculate. It was the cleanest, coziest and most meticulously decorated rental we have ever had. Our boys (5 & 9) loved the homemade cookies that greeted us, the leather rocker, sleeping in the loft and meeting the donkeys. Thank you so much for an amazing stay! We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

isabel A.

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

Relaxing, peaceful retreat

This beautifully appointed little house was the perfect place for a girl's weekend. It's location on the water was so peaceful and a great place to get away from it all and relax. The owners are great to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela R.

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

Adorable Peaceful Place

We celebrated our 5th anniversary here. It was the perfect place with quaint little touches, including fresh eggs, homemade soap, and cookies. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

LeJeune M.

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

Girl’s Trip

Great weekend getaway!!! Tranquil atmosphere with just the right amenities. Communication with the hosts was nice! Definitely a must do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie D.

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

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

Pam C.

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

Margaret M.

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

LuAnn G.

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

Heidi B.

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

Christine B.

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

About the host

Hosted by Virginia and Stephen

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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.

What makes this property unique

Note: We are a rural location, but just 15 minutes from anything you could need. Interstate, grocery, restaurants etc.

Languages:

English

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