Title: Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip Beachfront vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Anna ## Photo gallery for Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip ![Property grounds - Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip (Mineral)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66939200/66939181/f060898f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach - Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip (Mineral)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66939200/66939181/94c859cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip (Mineral)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66939200/66939181/w1197h1355x0y0-13b78c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip (Mineral)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66939200/66939181/w1703h861x3y1-43b25280.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip (Mineral)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66940000/66939200/66939181/w1248h934x0y0-3bc17c54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the tranquility of Lake Anna at this cozy cottage on 5 rolling acres with expansive lake and sunset views. Relax in your private waterfront lounge space, take a paddle on the still morning, or visit local wineries and distilleries. The open floor plan features comfortable queen beds, ceiling fans for a tropical feel, and a well-equipped kitchen for cooking in or trying local restaurants. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip Cozy cottage on 5 rolling acres with expansive lake and sunset views, and two kayaks. Enjoy the still morning with a paddle, or coffee on the porch. Rent a boat on-site, perfect for water sports and fishing. Relax on the day bed with a book, or visit a local distillery, winery, or cidery. Or just enjoy the privacy of your own waterfront lounge space and listen to the water lap on the shore. Take in historical sights, walk the Lake Anna Boardwalk and dine lakeside. 45 min to Fredericksburg, 55 to UVA. The space: Open floor plan, two bedrooms, bonus daybed w/ trundle, and ceiling fans in every room for that tropical feel. Comfortable queen beds. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking in or try one of our local restaurants. Lake Anna is the second largest lake in the state of Virginia, measuring 17 miles long with 200 miles of shoreline. Plenty to do in the area, such as: \*\*\*The Boardwalk on Lake Anna The prime location for retail shops, dining, and waterfront fun. Enjoy some rest and relaxation and great fun with family and friends in a tranquil setting against the breathtaking views of Lake Anna. 500′ of waterfront boardwalk; shops include a convenience store, water sports supplies, and more; sports bar & grill/ family dining. Play a round of mini-golf at The Boardwalk on Lake Anna, home to local favorite, Tim’s at Lake Anna. Tim’s is a restaurant and crab house in one, with a laidback, resort feel. Indoor and outdoor waterfront seating. \*\*\*Goochland Drive-in Step back in time at a drive-in movie theatre. \*\*\*Lake Anna State Park The crown jewel of Lake Anna’s local activities is Lake Anna State Park. The park spans 2,810 acres with more than 10 miles of lake frontage. \*\*\*Dickson’s Store Dickinson’s Store has always been a local draw, remodeled to give the old country store a few modern amenities. Deli counter and home to the stone Beer Cave, housing a wide variety of unique craft beers at optimal temperatures. \*\*\*History Lake Anna is steeped in Civil War and American history. The most notable historical events include the Battle of Chancellorsville in Spotsylvania, which resulted in more casualties than any other engagement ever fought on Virginia soil, including the wounding of General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson. \*\*\*Visit the site of the May 1864 Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse. 45-minute guided walking tours, featuring the “Bloody Angle” where the battle lasted two weeks and included bitter hand-to-hand combat. \*\*\*King's Dominion Amusement Park, 30 minutes away in Doswell Families will enjoy thrilling rides, like Intimidator 305, Delirium, and the newest ride, Twisted Timbers. Twisted Timbers is a wooden coaster with a twist of steel—first of its kind in the mid-Atlantic—that plummets riders down a 109-foot-tall barrel roll drop and sends you twisting and turning at 54 miles per hour. Or take your kids to explore the recently expanded Planet Snoopy. Then, when you need to escape the heat, head to the park’s Soak City, which features water slides, rushing rivers, and a 650,000-gallon wave pool. The activity options are endless! So much to do! Or just hideaway at the cottage, enjoying rural lake life. It's all good Cooper Vineyards - 27 min drive Louisa Arts Center - 29 min drive Chancellorsville Battlefield - 30 min drive University of Virginia - 55 min drive \*\*\*Great Location with easy access Conveniently located near U. S. Route 522 for ease of access from Rt. 29 (James Monroe Hwy.).Distance from Washington, DC: 80 miles. Distance from Richmond, VA: 50 miles. Distance from Charlottesville, VA: 40 miles. Distance from Fredericksburg, VA: 20 miles. Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 56 min drive Guest access Parking for three cars in front of cottage. Do not block driveway please. Keyless entry, make yourselves at home. Reach out with any questions or concerns. Other things to note We love dogs! $150 per dog. Please advise if bringing a dog(s). We want to welcome your dog with some treats too! A separate request for payment of pet fee will come through VRBOs Resolution Center, as they don't add it to your initial payment. \*The home is set back from the lake about 175 feet, while you are not directly on the lake... there are expansive lake views and you will have access to a dock. We love the cottage and feel like its our lake home away from home, but also wanted to set expectations for your stay! \*Please also note that we share our driveway with the small marina - while this is a huge bonus as you will have easy access to boat rentals, we do want to be sure that you're aware that vehicles may be coming and going from the marina via the driveway. \*We are positioned along a quiet, country road across from a farm. It is rarely busy, but there may be occasional road noise. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Mineral Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home Mineral ## About the area Located in Mineral, this vacation home is on the beach. Hunters Landing and Lake Anna Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Belmont Park and Warplay Paintball. Louisa Town Park and Town of Louisa Community Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Mineral travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mineral.dx133797) [View more Vacation homes in Mineral](https://www.expedia.ca/Mineral-Private-Vacation-Homes.d133797-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.14916%2C-77.88596&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5JudwysZnecS_LGRQ3EoONSef1c=) Mineral, VA ### What's nearby - ![Lake Anna](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000460130/075d49f2-94a6-4ad8-b9cf-6159bb6c1305.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Anna 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Belmont Park 2 min drive \- 2.5 km - Central Park Fun Land 44 min drive \- 56.3 km - Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center 46 min drive \- 58.0 km - University of Mary Washington 47 min drive \- 60.1 km ### Getting around - Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) 69 min drive ### Restaurants - The Cove at Lake Anna 4 min drive - Tims at Lake Anna 10 min drive - Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant at Lake Anna 15 min drive - Lake Anna Taphouse 17 min drive - Chateau MerrillAnne 20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip? ### What time is check-out at Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip? ### Where is Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Blue Heron Cottage Cute Lake Front + Kayaks + Stars + Boat Launch & Slip Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 88 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany S. May 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage on the lake Perfect location for a weekend getaway. Really enjoyed using the fire pit and the kayaks on site. ##### Brittany S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol Ann I. Sep 23, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and peaceful stay My husband and our friends truly enjoyed our weekend at Heron Pointe Cottage. Lovely home, beautiful view - it was a refreshing weekend we will cherish. Our host was very helpful and available. ##### Carol Ann I. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin W. Dec 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage for a midwinter getaway Heron Point Cottage is clean, comfortable with a beautiful view of the lake. It is well supplied with wood for the fire pit and is a great place for star gazing. Perfect for a couple or small family. ##### Robin W. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki B. Nov 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing Trip to Lake Anna This property fit all our needs. The kitchen was well-stocked, the bed was comfortable, and cottage was cozy. There is a restaurant a couple miles away as well as a grocery store. We were there to fish, so the proximity of the boat ramp to the cottage was perfect. We have already booked this property for our Spring trip. ##### Vicki B. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melinda S. Jun 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome anniversary!! It was our 25th anniversary. 25 years is diamond. This lake view cottage was a true gem!! Clean and bright. Lake view was breathtaking. We will be back. ##### Melinda S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Dale T. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness Nice location, comfortable ##### Dale T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra B. May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Quiet, beautiful view, very peaceful ##### Sandra B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl J. May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Lake Anna Cottage The Cottage at Lake Anna was adorable, cozy, and a perfect getaway for me and my friends who needed a break from their current lives. It was tranquil and peaceful. Only wished I had more time to enjoy the lake... ##### Cheryl J. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas L., Centreville, VA Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay We've stayed at this property before and enjoyed our time. We have a boat and access to the lake is very convenient and easy. Has all the essentials and is a nice place for a small group to get away to Lake Anna. ##### Thomas L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Getahun A. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Inside very nice and clean outside funcher is terbel not clean and to oled ##### Getahun A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steff T. Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great view, lovely place, plenty of outdoor seating! Some cobwebs inside and bugs but we were also there in the fall so this is to be expected. We enjoyed the kitchen supplies and utensils. The home was perfect for us because we wanted peace and a dog friendly home, this location delivers! There is a shared driveway with another property and Marina and this house is a walk to the lake. But it was a well mowed walk, and not very busy. 10/10 would recommend! ##### Steff T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Arthit S. Apr 21, 2019 #### 95 If you could recommend another location that close to the lake ##### Arthit S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Ken K. Jun 17, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice property with caveats Overall, the property is well decorated, it was generally clean, the kitchen has what you need with nice appliances, and the host was generally responsive. We enjoyed the visit to the area and the location worked for our needs. The kayaks were nice to have and we did make use of them. We are grateful for the opportunity to rent this property at a time our family, with our small dog, needed a getaway and it served that purpose and was convenient to the lake and local restaurants. However, rentals are a business and we feel it necessary to share our experience. We did run into many friction points that really stacked up and this review is a reflection of our cumulative experiences. Most of the issues were not worth a phone call or simply were a bigger ask than an immediate fix. Some were just visual detractors from the total experience. The house is not as close to the lake as the description might imply but it is a super short walk. You can see the lake water from the property which is nice but you really don't “experience” it from this distance. The house is right off a paved road as well as a gravel road for a boat launch. For being described as a quiet location, there was quite a bit of traffic over almost all 4 days we were there. My family even remarked at this without prompting. Much of it was related to the boat launch. However, the evenings were generally peaceful with no traffic; mornings and days a little less so. There was also some unexpected road work related to tree cutting and disposal - that was just bad luck on our part. The little beach was a nice touch for the kids, but when we arrived there was a big rotting fish carcass next to it. It did not look like it was something that may have washed ashore but rather discarded perhaps by a boat launch user. With the beach listed as a feature, I expected some rudimentary property management around it. The kayaks served their purpose and really were nice to have available - but one is in need of repair as the seat was broken - but usable. Both storm doors had issues. The main entrance door has a bent rod on the pneumatic closer which caused issues with the door closing. The front storm door has seal issues that allow a lot of bugs to enter. This lead to needing to leave the solid doors closed all trip and did not give our dog a place to look out and watch the outside as she prefers to do when indoors. The main door programmable lock failed twice to unlock, fortu ##### Ken K. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lois Y. Jun 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Little Cottage We enjoyed a few days here for a long weekend. Visited LA State Park (20 min) and walked some trails there, went to LA Winery (15 min) and The Boardwalk (meh). Everything we needed was provided including linens, soaps, paper items. ##### Lois Y. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly M., Where do you live? Jun 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cottage with a beautiful Lake View We had a wonderful time visiting Lake Anna. The cottage was so quaint and cozy! The cottage was clean and well equipped. Our pup was especially at ease with the treats provided. The property is located near a cattle farm so it was neat to see the cows in the morning and evening and play on the lake during the day. Just a few items to note, previous guests left coffee grounds in the coffee maker. Front storm door had stripping falling off bottom, door didn’t want to stay closed. Trash receptacle outside didn’t have a lid, filled with rain water and worried it would attract critters. Grass was tall upon arrival, however it was cut next morning. Need a good weeding/clean up around the house and decking. The view from the deck is gorgeous and access to the water was so convenient! Worked out awesomely with our jet skis and swimming for the pup!! I was surprised that the boat ramp/launch was public, maybe my misunderstanding from the listing, more traffic coming and going on the weekend in the driveway, some driving too fast! The private beach was shared with neighbors who are residents. They were super friendly and we spent our time out of the water setting on the cottage deck so it was fine but again, from the listing, impression was “private”. We would stay again! ##### Kelly M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary P. May 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great memories with grandkids Good ##### Mary P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arielle P. May 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little getaway Had a nice time even though it rained ##### Arielle P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### tyler j. Apr 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake cottage Nice short trip. Some big bugs inside the cottage and sheets had stains. Also no light bulbs in one room worked. ##### tyler j. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John F. Mar 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway Great little cottage on Lake Anna, very easy check in. Perfect for a couple or small group of friends ##### John F. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank S. Jan 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful little home next to the lake. Beautiful little home next to the lake. Very clean and well maintained. Wonderful setting. ##### Frank S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie L., Shallotte NC Dec 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas at the Lake Everything about this listin is accurate. The cottage was exactly as listed. We had a fabulous time. We live at the beach so being at the lake was a great change of scenery. We were close to family in northern virginia so Christmas was celebrated 3 times!! The cottage is located in a quiet part of the lake and is perfect for 4 people. The beds are super comfortable. the kitchen was well stocked. We were able to enjoy the deck and enjoy the lake views. My morning coffee with the sunrise was beautiful. Our trip was mostly low key however we did eat at Tim's on the Boardwalk. My husband and I both said we would come back to this cottage in motorcycle weather !! Our host Maria was easy to communicate with. 5 stars !!! ##### Jamie L. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice L. Dec 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little getaway This was a perfect little cottage for us, we took our dog Mia and she just loved it too! It was a very quiet time at Lake Anna, very few visitors. Not all little shops and restaurants were open since it was off season. But we enjoyed the peace and quiet. Would go again in the off season. Thank you for sharing your little cottage! ##### Alice L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace G. Oct 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Lake Cottage My son, dog and I had an amazing stay at the Blue Heron Cottage in Mineral, Va. The view of the lake from the house porch and little private beach was just perfect and beautiful. We enjoyed using the kayaks while casually exploring the lake. The fire pit was nice to have and the star gazing was perfect, we even got to see the Orionid Meteor Shower. The cottage is beautifully decorated and all amenities are thoughtfully provided, even treats for your fur baby. We had a wonderfully relaxing stay, thank you for your attention to detail! ##### Grace G. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terra F. Sep 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nicely appointed and decorated lake cabin It is nice to see smaller properties on the Lake Anna rental inventory for those who don't need a large house. It is very clean, everything works, and it has been carefully decorated with lake and nautical themes. Very cute and very relaxing! We appreciate the pet friendly feature as well. They do nice touches like a thank you card, bottle of wine, and snacks to welcome you. It is one of the better stocked VRBO kitchens we've seen. It has everything, even a blender. And they have a variety of indoor and outdoor games too. Thank you, well be back. One small suggestion: would it be possible to provide weights or sandbags for the patio umbrella stand? The slightest breeze would topple it over, regardless of what we did. And it gets hot out there in the sun. Just a suggestion. ##### Terra F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly D. Aug 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small but cozy Cozy cottage ##### Kimberly D. 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