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Beautiful & Spacious with Hot Tub, Game Room & More. Large Yard Near the Dam!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lexington, SC
  • Lake Murray
    1 min walk
  • The DAM House
    20 min walk
  • Columbia Station
    20 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    19 min drive

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About the area

Lexington

With a stay at this vacation home in Lexington, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Murray and a 2-minute drive from Lake Murray Public Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from University of South Carolina and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

What's nearby

  • Lake Murray - 1 min walk
  • Dreher Shoals Dam - 5 min drive
  • Lexington County Museum - 6 min drive
  • Saluda Shoals Park - 10 min drive
  • Columbiana Centre - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 20 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poke Bros - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miyabi Jr Japanese Express - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful & Spacious with Hot Tub, Game Room & More. Large Yard Near the Dam!

Enjoy the full lake adventure which include 4 Kayaks, paddles and life jackets and MANY other included amenities.
Our property is a lake front paradise with almost 1 acre for your pleasure on Lake Murray, near the dam on the Lexington side. We are as close to Columbia and Lexington as you can possibly be on Lake Murray. Our LOCATION is 15 minutes from downtown Columbia and 5 minutes from Lexington and any kind of shopping you may need. Most of the other locations on Lake Murray are 45 minutes to an hour or more to Columbia and other attractions.

We are on a peninsula with lake views from almost every window. The second story makes for an expansive view and feeling, especially from your private upstairs deck. The lake front outside area consists of a swimming area with floats, lifejackets, beach chairs and fire pit with wood provided. As well as 3 decks, 1 dock, a cement launch area to enter the water and launch the Kayaks. We have a large, beautiful yard with swings, hammock, cornhole, croquet, bocce ball, kayaks, grills, tables and chairs along with big screen TV for the sports lover. What more can you ask for!

We have a large deck with a HOT TUB, two grills (propane and charcoal) for cooking out, as well as kayaks, floats, life jackets, towels and beach chairs included.
You have a private entrance and stairs with a large private upper deck to the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath suite with Open Kitchen Living Area. The entire upstairs is your private paradise with views of the lake.
The upstairs has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath. There are black out drapes for those who want to sleep in or take a nap during the day.
The large Open living room includes a full kitchen and game room area and a big screen TV, Firestick, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, WII with games, DVD player, movies, games, foosball table, pool table, ping pong table, Chess and checkerboard table.
The living room area has comfortable furniture with a leather reclining couch, chair and love seat. There is a breakfast nook with seats window overlooking lake. We also have a high top table with seats.

There is a King-sized bed with foam mattress cover and pad in the large master bedroom.
The living area has a large leather reclining couch and big screen TV.
There is sitting area with a window overlooking the lake.
The 2nd. bedroom has a queen bed.
A queen-size blow-up mattress and a single-sized blow-up mattress are available which could easily fit in the master bedroom or the open living area.
Fresh clean linens are on the beds with extra sheets, blankets and pillows. Fresh clean towels in your private bathroom. As well as shampoo, conditioner, body wash and more. Iron and Ironing board in closet. Hair dryers in bathroom drawer.

Outside we have swings, tables and chairs to hang out and have a cold beer or a glass of wine and relax and enjoy the beauty. Our yard is beautiful with lush green grass and a large variety of flowers blooming in spring and summer.

We have a dock on our property for docking your boat or fishing or just hanging out.
There is a marina 2 blocks away to launch your boat.
We have plenty of parking in the front of the house for your boat trailer.
We have a fire pit for your enjoyment.
You can view the boats coming and going from the very popular marina right across the cove from us while you sit on the swings, the dock or tables and chairs. They can be interesting and entertaining at times.
We have a pest control service, so that it is virtually MOSQUITO FREE. Which makes a BIG difference in your enjoyment of property.

NOTE: WE LIVE DOWNSTAIRS And will probably be there during your stay. We offer hospitality that you will not get through a rental company. I will be glad to answer any questions you may have about the area.
The yard and downstairs deck space is shared with us. We are social people.
We are also happy to respect your privacy is that is your preference. We have a Big Screen TV outside by the lake under the garage building awning for watching any sports you may want.
Coffee maker with Coffee, creamer and sugar and will be set up for your enjoyment upstairs. We also provide green tea and oatmeal.

We will host boat outings for reasonable additional fees. My husband is a licensed Captain and we will take you out on a Sunset and or Purple Martin cruise as well as cruising around the dam or to any of the marinas and restaurants on the lake.

The Purple Martin Cruise is a once-in-a-lifetime viewing of purple martins at one of North America’s largest purple martin roosts. During summer evenings, hundreds of thousands of purple martins travel to the 12-acre Doolittle Island in Lake Murray to nest. This little island attracts hundreds of thousands of bird enthusiasts to witness this unparalleled event. We offer excursions to our guests for this cruise which include circling the island and then anchoring the boat swimming and floating in the water while the birds fly overhead and the sunsets. It is quite beautiful.

There are many good restaurants close by. Travinia's Italian Restaurant, O'Hara's Irish Pub, Keg Cowboy, Catch and many more. LJ's Par & Grill has good food and a driving range with live music most nights. Libby's is good for sandwiches and beer. Myobi's Junior Express Japanese is one of my favorites. Lizards Thicket is good for country cooking, breakfast, Lunch and dinner.
If you want any snacks or adult beverages. There is a Dollar General two blocks away and a Super Wal-Mart and all other stores are less than two miles. Lexington Discount Beverages have the best prices for adult beverages and it less that 2 miles away.

The use of the Kayaks are included at no fee.

The Lake Murray dam which is less than 1/2 mile from us is great for walking, running or biking. It has a beautiful view.
Popular attractions are: Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Congaree National Park, University of South Carolina, Fort Jackson, Saluda Shoals Park, Gibson Pond and more!.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television with Netflix is provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kerri

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Owner needs to know breed and lb of pet. No puppy

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Young children must supervised at all times.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Lake Murray Paradise Lake Front Upstairs Home House
Lake Murray Paradise Lake Front Upstairs Home
Lake Murray Paradise Lake Front Upstairs Home House
Lake Murray Paradise Lake Front Upstairs Home
Murray Paradise Front Upstairs

Beautiful & Spacious with Hot Tub, Game Room & More. Large Yard Near the Dam! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort and Quiet Relaxing Place
Beautiful home with plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakeside setting
We had the entire top floor of a beautiful lakeside home! Easy access to Columbia and to Congaree National Park. Kayaking was also available.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and convenient
Very convenient, close to the dam. Dock available for boating. Perfect for a quick get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and clean!
We had a restful stay in Columbia here - Kellie and Randy had labeled everything so clearly and had coffee and creamer and some incidentals available so that was nice. The neighborhood was quiet and we rested well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Nice comfortable place to stay by the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Audrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

mary a.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is not a full house but attic apartment
Beautiful attic apartment and yard . However, the landlords live down below so they ask that you not wear shoes to keep noise level down. They do entertain family and friends at their home which makes renter’s use of the yard and dock awkward. Their own party lasted quite late and we had a early morning wake up to make a flight, so not quite the experience we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Murray
Very comfortable beds! The apartment was clean and fully equipped. Wonderful owners! 5 STARS!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Murray Property
We had an amazing 4 days at this wonderful property. It was the perfect place to explore the area and unwind on the lake. Easy access to the Soda City Market, The State House, Riverwalk, Antique Mall, Congaree National Park. The sunset cruise they provide was fantastic. Kerri and Randy were excellent hosts. We made some new friends. This was a 5 star experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome House!
This house is great! Had my dog and college age son. Plenty of room for larger groups. The hosts are super nice and we barely saw them. Lots of time and energy put into this backyard oasis. House was extremely clean! Will definitely rent again next year if back in town for baseball. Very accessible to Lexington County Baseball Complex.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen F., Greenville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Great location, very clean and friendly hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside Zoo Trip
We just needed a place to stay near family in Lexington so that we could all spend a day at the zoo together. Worked out well!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M., Independence, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Get Away
Very nice and clean and well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
A very pleasant place with great views! I definitely recommend this place and hope to do so again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
We stayed at Lake Murray Paradise while I ran my ultra beast. It was a lovely relaxing place to recover after the race at. We enjoyed how quiet & peaceful it was. Our hosts were wonderful and answered any questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CJ

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin A., Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness
Game weekend with friends
This property is fairly priced, clean, and roomy. Communication with the owner was good. This is a 3BR/1BA apartment above the owners house. Everything met our expectations. The owner complained about noise on a Friday night, I would recommend something in the description about “quiet hours” so potential guests know the rules. There is a pool table and a foosball table, lots of fun for a guys trip. It’s about 25 minutes to USC campus and sporting events, fyi.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake front get away
Beautiful home with great views of the lake. The host was very hospitable and the house has a hot tub, pool table, and foosball. 10 out of 10 on the relaxing stay. Thanks for the hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts, very peaceful to relax and so much to see within an hour's drive.
Kerry and Randy were very warm, welcoming and helpful. Even the neighbors were great. The unit was very comfortable, beds/linens were comfy soft. We enjoyed our conversations with Kerry and Randy and will be back sometime to see our daughter at USC! It's just 20 minutes from USC! You must see sunset at the damn, beautiful sunset. See you soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Destiny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would recommend!
We really enjoyed our time here as a family of 4! Everything was wonderful: the location, the house, the yard, the lake and last but not least the hosts! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DEIRDRE W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy with lots of extras
Pretty, well-kept and private. Randy (host) very congenial. Evening trip to the purple martin roost rained out twice, but daytime good weather. Lots of fun for our 4yo - with swings and swimming with turtles and foozball.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected paradise
I never would have thought we’d even consider staying somewhere where the owner lives on the property let alone on the first floor. There was something about this listing that made us go for it and I’m so glad we did! They property is beautiful! A woman after my own heart with her flowers during the day and garden lights during the night. We could not believe there were no bugs, bought a thermacell and never used it. The kayaks were so much fun. Karri and Randy were so nice and we felt like we were staying with family, family that gave us space . We never felt invaded upon. And we got extra perks that wouldn’t have happened had they not been there. Wonderful shore area for the kids to play in the water safely. We did the purple Martin bout tour and I highly recommend it. Being out on a boat was a new experience for my children and they definitely gained some new core memories . This is already in the talks of being next years vacation spot . 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P., St. Augustine, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family lake getaway
We stayed for 2 nights on our family road trip. Owner was very responsive with all of our inquiries. (They were out of town during our stay.) My kids loved the pool table and foosball table. Apartment had everything we needed and was clean and cozy. Yard and garden were so nice and allowed space for our pup to play. It was great to be right on the water and access to the kayaks and dock. We added on a private boat tour by the owners which left from their own dock. We were taken to see the bird migration and were able to enjoy a swim; the kids loved it! We spent a day in Columbia but wish we had another day at the lake. If we had to pick 1 drawback, it would be location for travelling with our pup. We walk a lot with her normally, and the area wasn't really conducive for nice long walks from the property. Overall, we had a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shonda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy
It was a beautiful property. Kerri and Randy are very nice. They have a lot of outdoor seating it’s a little worn, but we spent most our time on the “porch” swing and single swing suspended between two beautiful trees. It was HOT HOT the week we were there and we followed the instructions on keeping the curtains pulled and had no trouble keeping cool. We did not float in the dock area but drove 1/2 mile down the road to the state park beach. We took advantage of the Purple Martin boat ride at sunset. Kerri and Randy joined us in the water to watch them and answered lots of questions. We enjoyed our little get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023