WATERFRONT & PET FRIENDLY! Beautiful Lakefront Home Near Golf and Fort Bragg | House in Sanford

10.0 (21 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Olivia House | WATERFRONT & PET FRIENDLY! Beautiful Lakefront Home Near Golf and Fort Bragg

3 Bedroom House in Olivia, Sanford

Beautiful lakefront home in gated lake and golf community, minutes from Ft. Bragg (Ft. Liberty). Crowe's Nest on the Lake is the perfect spot for visiting military members, business travelers or enjoying a family vacation. Entire house, sleeps 7+. It's a quiet environment, with access to canoe, kayak and the lake. Many golf courses in the area! A signed vacation rental agreement and ID are required to complete the reservation.
THE SPACE
Crowe's Nest on the Lake is the perfect setting for military families here to check out nearby Fort Bragg, couples and professionals visiting the many attractions and golf courses in the area, or families looking for a relaxed lake vacation. Our lakefront home is comfortably furnished — you should have everything you need to enjoy your stay. Three bedrooms are included (King, Queen, Queen) plus a futon in open office loft, two and a half bath.
Guests have access to great room, kitchen and dining, upstairs laundry, bedrooms and bathrooms as listed (with exception of rooms locked for owners storage). There are two steps to get into the house, common areas are on ground floor and there is a bedroom and full bathroom on the ground floor for guests that may have mobility restrictions. Home is comfortably furnished with a fully stocked kitchen. Back deck, grill, patio set and picnic table for outside dining. Please note: no access to garage, but there is ample driveway parking. If you are doing virtual work or school during your visit, we have a great office loft area (desk with a USB/wifi printer, monitor, office chair) with a stunning view of the lake.
• Optional Upgrade – Inquire about our additional Master Suite, featuring a King bed, full bathroom with soaking tub and a separate rain shower, plus private balcony. (Not shown in listing.)
OUTSIDE:
Guests are welcome to use of our canoe, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards & floats. Our home is located on a 125 acre lake that connects to another 250 acre lake. Our lakes are regularly used for swimming, fishing and boating — swimming and water sports are at your own risk. *Booking assumes you understand water hazards & hold harmless the host or community. Don't like the water? You can enjoy s'mores around the fire pit, play giant horseshoes, lounge in the hammock, or spend some quality time reading on the balcony, playing a board game or doing a puzzle.
THE COMMUNITY
Our lake community has several lakes available for canoeing, fishing and just floating the day away. It is an active community with playgrounds, a fitness trail, tennis courts, basketball goals, beach area and volleyball, and a golf course just outside our gates. (Note: Community pool is not available to guests and guests may not bring their own motorboats. Feel free to bring your kayak or paddle board.) Our gated community has 24-hour security and only authorized guests are permitted access. Please note, during the winter months, the lake may be purposely lowered a few feet to allow residents to perform maintenance on their docks, but it is still fun to kayak or canoe on.
Our well loved lakehouse is the perfect place to unwind and relax with family, including your fur family (pets allowed upon approval only). Enjoy the lake, cookout, play games. Locally owned restaurants and grocers offer delivery and curbside pickup. Should you wish to leave the house, we're just a short 30-minute drive to Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, or Sanford, and 40 minutes to the Pinehurst and Southern Pines area. In our surrounding area you'll find lots of fun things to do including hiking, golf, museums, antiquing, shopping, great restaurants and breweries & wine tasting rooms. The state capital of Raleigh offers museums, shopping, restaurants and the RDU airport just an hour's drive away.
WILDLIFE: Our property is in a lake community surrounded by woods. You will see wildlife including squirrel, deer, swans, ducks. You may also see insects, bugs, bats, snakes, ants, bees, wasps, spiders, mice, raccoon, fish, and other creatures that call the woods and lake their home. Please take care when hiking. For the safety of your pet and our wildlife, dogs must be on a leash and supervised when outside. Refunds or discounts will not be issued due to creature sightings or bug bites while exploring the surroundings. We do have quarterly pest control.
Transparent Pricing – No Surprises!
While VRBO now includes all fees in the total price, we believe in clear and fair pricing, so you know exactly what you're paying for: Cleaning Fee: $225, Pet Fee: $50 per pet, Extra Guest Fee: $25 per night per person for groups over 7 (on approval only), plus VRBOs guest fee. Our home is professionally cleaned after every stay, and we proudly pay our cleaners a living wage.
Cleanliness matters! Our home is professionally cleaned after each stay and all linens are washed between guests - including quilts, blankets, mattress pads and pillow protectors. Stays are limited to a minimum of three and maximum of 27 nights (may vary by season and there may be exceptions). A "starter set" of toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags is provided. This will not be replenished during your stay. Longer term stays may be negotiated with additional cleanings required. Please contact the owner.
We look forwarding to having your family visit Crowe's Nest on the Lake!
**For us to consider your inquiry, please respond with answers to the following: What is the purpose of your visit to our area? Number of people (adults and children) who will be staying? Are you bringing any pets? As listed in our house rules, we require a signed rental agreement and photo ID. We will also need drivers license and vehicle information for all vehicles in order to issue a gate pass for our community. Request to book means that you have read and agree to house rules and rental agreement.**
Lawn Service is provided at least every two weeks or as needed, dependent on weather. We will do our best to notify you by text message before they arrive but that may not always be possible.
NOTE: Security cameras are on premises on the front and back porch and in owners locked off areas; there are no cameras in the interior guest areas. Disconnecting or tampering with cameras or internet is a violation of house rules and grounds for immediate cancellation of reservation with no refund. We do require a damage protection plan which can be purchased for $59 and also recommend that you consider adding Trip Protection insurance as we have a Firm cancellation policy.

WATERFRONT & PET FRIENDLY! Beautiful Lakefront Home Near Golf and Fort Bragg is located in Olivia. WATERFRONT & PET FRIENDLY! Beautiful Lakefront Home Near Golf and Fort Bragg provides accommodation, featuring Guest Services, Air Conditioner, Parking, among other amenities. This House features Guest Services, Air Conditioner, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

WATERFRONT & PET FRIENDLY! Beautiful Lakefront Home Near Golf and Fort Bragg has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Olivia has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Olivia, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • 2+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Note from host: Smoking/vaping/marijuana not allowed
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf privileges
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Stereo
General
  • Gated community
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a zoo
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Office
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Stair gate
  • Children's books
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Security system

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: home not baby-proofed; bring your own baby items
Event Policy
No events allowed;small family gathering may be allowed w/ approval.
Pet Policy
2 total pets note from host: dogs allowed upon approval only:max 2, $50 fee ea. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking/vaping/marijuana not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: small family gathering may be allowed w/ approval. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Pamela D.
Jul 23, 2025 07:23:28 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful lakefront home. While the house is spacious enough to comfortably fit a whole family, it was just the two of us and our dog—and we had more than enough room to relax and unwind. The setting is peaceful and stunning, with the lake just steps from the house. I especially enjoyed starting each morning with a cup of coffee on the dock, soaking in the serene view, and then taking a walk around the lake in the afternoon.There were plenty of activities to enjoy—kayaking, canoeing, and even a paddle boat! The house was equipped with everything we needed and more: plenty of towels, dishes, cookware, and even a gas stove. Although we didn’t use the outdoor grill, it was a nice option to have. I actually enjoyed the chance to cook indoors during our vacation, and the kitchen had everything I could possibly need.Check-in was a breeze. The owners provided detailed instructions ahead of time, so when we arrived at the security gate, all we had to do was show our IDs and scan a barcode. The community was friendly and welcoming. During our stay, they hosted a vendor market on Friday, which was a fun surprise!The hosts were incredibly responsive—any questions we had were answered within minutes. You can tell they truly care about making guests feel comfortable and at home. One of the best parts for us was that our dog was welcome too. It meant so much to be able to include her in our getaway.Overall, it was a peaceful, relaxing vac
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