Title: Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! Lakefront apartment with kitchenette and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110110000/110103000/110102964/8d75507d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110110000/110103000/110102964/28e45805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110110000/110103000/110102964/24f5402e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, spices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110110000/110103000/110102964/80894cdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110110000/110103000/110102964/5c7ab509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled among towering trees, this inviting retreat offers a serene escape with lake views. Unwind on the spacious front deck as the sun sets over the water, or cook up a meal in your private kitchenette equipped with essentials like pots and pans and basic spices. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchenette - Microwave - Spices ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97570000/97568500/97568419/5f812a83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy private efficiency located near downtown Raleigh, PNC Arena, NCSU, RTP, RDU Southwest Raleigh - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews CA $132 CA $237 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=97568419&PinnedHotelID=97568419&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71550000/71544600/71544540/63ea74e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ADA King near Crabtree, PNC Arena, State Fairgrounds, NCMA Northwest Raleigh - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 240 reviews CA $83 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=71544540&PinnedHotelID=71544540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87800000/87799700/87799689/f3eafbef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Studio near a Greenway Southwest Raleigh - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 35 reviews CA $126 CA $222 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=87799689&PinnedHotelID=87799689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113191300/113191237/d597e043.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deluxe Studio at Extended Stay Cary 6 Cary - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 2.4 5 reviews CA $105 CA $151 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=113191237&PinnedHotelID=113191237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64683300/64683219/w7294h4496x8y0-ccf937db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP Morrisville - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 138 reviews CA $160 CA $181 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=64683219&PinnedHotelID=64683219&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96270000/96267500/96267492/bd00ba1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1925 Historic Raleigh Apt Close to Downtown! 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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 ## About the area ![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%7C35.87451%2C-78.73229&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jDBKpt7teKSc2G61Wadk7qV19CY=) Raleigh, NC #### What's nearby - Brier Creek Commons - 7 min drive - 7.1 km - Crabtree Valley Mall - 7 min drive - 6.7 km - RDU Observation Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km - Lenovo Center - 11 min drive - 11.3 km - North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 11.9 km #### Getting around - Cary Station - 19 min drive - Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Pickled Onion - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View!? > As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! on Oct 27, 2025 start from CA $81.62, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Raleigh-Hotels-Serene-Sanctuary-Lake-View.h110102964.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! located? > Located in Northwest Raleigh, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from William B. Umstead State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crabtree Valley Mall and Shelley Lake Park. Laurel Hills Park and Duke Medicine are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serene Sanctuary - Lake View! Reviews 9.8 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer W. Apr 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location Cute little spot to stay for a few days. ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHARLES M. Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### serene sanctuary Great place. Would stay there again! ##### CHARLES M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin G. May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Robert B. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a18ff07a-cf6c-4b81-9ea8-d50dad9664e8-1752161268373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Robert B. Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole P. Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dreamville Very nice unit, clean, close to pretty much everything. ##### Nicole P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam S. Jan 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Sam S. 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