Lakefront on Lake Murray, Private Dock, Pet Friendly, Kayaks, 2 King Suites | House in Leesville
3 Bedroom House in Leesville
Two king bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, on Lake Murray with a private dock — and a ten-minute kayak ride to dinner.
I'm Danny. I own the place, I'm hands-on with it, and I answer messages fast. It is genuinely quiet out here — only two families on our road live here year-round, the rest are vacation homes — and it still isn't remote: right over the bridge from Gilbert, fifteen minutes to downtown Lexington, ten to a Publix.
THE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT
This is the part most two-bedroom listings can't offer. Bedroom 1: king bed, half bath, a desk for working, and the lake visible from the pillow. Bedroom 2: king bed with its own private stand-up shower bathroom. Then a full guest bathroom with a double vanity and a walk-in shower.
On the side of the house there's a detached room with a queen bed, its own air conditioning and a TV. No bathroom or closet of its own — that's a short walk back to the house — but it has a door that closes and nobody walking past it, giving you extra privacy.
THE DOCK
Ours, not shared, not a community pier. It's two short flights down from the deck — a minute, and you're standing on it. At the end there are two chairs, a propane fire table and a swim ladder into the water. Three available kayaks are under the deck.
There's a green light under the dock. It pulls baitfish in after dark and the bass follow them, so night fishing here means walking out the back door rather than launching a boat. Lake Murray is one of the better striped bass fisheries in the Southeast. South Carolina requires a license from sixteen up, and SCDNR sells them online in about two minutes — much easier to do now than from the dock.
People swim off it all summer — there's a ladder at the end and the water is clean. I swim off it myself.
The floating dock faces the sunset, and that is the reason most of these photographs exist. Light the fire table, sit down, and watch it go down behind the far shore. It works as well in January as it does in July.
PADDLE TO DINNER
This is the part guests tell their friends about. Ten minutes by kayak from our dock gets you to San José & Marina — Mexican, on the water, out on 378. Twenty minutes gets you to SouthShore Grill & Grocery, which is a restaurant and a grocery counter in one building and better than it needs to be. Paddle over hungry, come back at sunset.
In July and August you can get out toward Bomb Island near sundown and watch close to a million purple martins come in to roost. It's the strangest, best thing on this lake.
Bringing a boat? Message me before you book. The driveway takes a 24-footer and we can usually work something out.
BY CAR
Murphy's Grill is five minutes up 378 in Gilbert — burgers and drinks, a pool table, live bands on the weekend and cornhole tournaments if you're feeling competitive. It's where you go when you don't want to cook and don't want to drive far.
Driftwood Smokehouse is a waterfront barbecue joint and worth going hungry for. Closed Tuesdays, so plan around it.
If you want to make an afternoon of it, Mercer House Estate Winery is over in Lexington and Hollow Creek Distillery is a short drive the other way in Batesburg-Leesville. Neither is far, and both are better than you'd expect this far off the interstate.
OUTSIDE
A big deck over the water with room to spread out, a patio with a table for six under tree-lined lake views, and a grill. A screened room for the evenings when the bugs win. Down in the yard there's a firepit ringed with built-in bench seating, (firewood not included), and a swing facing the water. Driveway parking for six vehicles.
INSIDE
Fully equipped kitchen with an island to work at, and both a Keurig and a drip pot because mornings are personal. Dining table for six. Living room under a vaulted beamed ceiling with a wood stove, a smart TV, and a desk if you have to work. Washer and dryer, so you can pack for three days and stay a week. Central air.
Fiber internet, fast enough for two people to be on video calls at the same time. More than one guest has worked a full week from here.
WHERE YOU ARE
The address says Leesville, which undersells it. We're right over the bridge from Gilbert and a few minutes from Lexington — the quiet of a country place without the drive that usually comes with one. Most of our neighbors are vacation homes, so outside of a holiday weekend the road is close to silent.
Publix in Lexington: about 10 minutes
Downtown Lexington: about 15 minutes
Columbia Metropolitan Airport: 30 minutes
Downtown Columbia and Riverbanks Zoo: about 30 minutes
Augusta, Georgia: about an hour
WHO IT SUITS
Couples, mostly. Forty-four guests have scored us 9.4 out of 10 and Vrbo's own tag for us is "loved by couples." We also host a lot of people in town for a wedding or a graduation, since there's a catering hall just down the road; anglers up for tournaments; folks driving over for Masters week in Augusta; and people who want a weekend where nothing in particular happens, which this road is unusually good at. Two to four nights is typical, and we take longer stays gladly.
DOGS
Dogs are welcome, up to two, for $75 per stay. There's shoreline to walk and no traffic to worry about. We ask that they're house-trained, not left alone in the house, and kept off the furniture and beds — bring their bedding or crate. Please clean up after them outside; our housekeeper doesn't, and we'd have to charge for it.
ON THE WATER
Life jackets are under the deck and we have life jackets in adult and child sizes. We ask that kids and anyone who isn't a strong swimmer wear one out there. No diving — Lake Murray is a managed reservoir and the level moves through the season, so the depth off the end is never the same twice.
THE PRACTICAL PART
Self check-in with a keypad code, sent the day before you arrive. No key to collect, nobody to meet, arrive as late as you like. Nobody meets you at the door, but you aren't on your own either — we have a property manager close by who looks after the place and can be out here quickly if anything needs attention. Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by noon. Two exterior security cameras cover the front and rear porch; there are none inside the house. No smoking indoors, no events without prior approval, minimum age 25 to book.
Checkout is short: take your things, clear the fridge, lock the door. The housekeeper handles the rest.
Our price includes everything but the $120 cleaning fee, which Vrbo shows you before you book. Nothing gets added at the end.
Message me before you book if you have a question about the dock, the water level, or bringing the dog. I'd rather answer it now than have you guess.
Lakefront on Lake Murray, Private Dock, Pet Friendly, Kayaks, 2 King Suites is located in Leesville. Lakefront on Lake Murray, Private Dock, Pet Friendly, Kayaks, 2 King Suites provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Parking and Pet Friendly to make your stay a comfortable one.
Lakefront on Lake Murray, Private Dock, Pet Friendly, Kayaks, 2 King Suites has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 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 Leesville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Leesville, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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2+ bathrooms
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Shampoo
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Spices
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Oven
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Stovetop
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Kitchen island
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Dishwasher
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Coffee/tea maker
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Electric kettle
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Wheelchair-accessible parking available
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Pet friendly
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Service animals exempt from fees
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2 total pets
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Welcoming dogs only
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1 on-site accessible parking spaces
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Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Stair-free path to entrance
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No elevator (single level property)
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Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smart TV
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Games
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Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 sq m)
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English
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Spanish
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Firepit
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Outdoor furniture
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Barbecue grill
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Balcony
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
Policies
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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
No, this Leesville house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Leesville house starts from $321 per night with includes View, Kitchen, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace, Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Parking, Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Heating, Internet, Laundry, Entertainment with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Leesville house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Leesville house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
