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The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia (Lanexa)
Perched on the Diascund Reservoir, The Tiny Red Barn offers a serene escape surrounded by water views, wooded trails and sunsets. Explore 26 acres of rolling hills and forests teeming with wildlife or kayak/canoe across the reservoir to spot elusive creatures.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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

The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia

The Tiny Red Barn is a labor of love built by us for you on the Diascund Reservoir with water views, wooded trails and sunsets. Heavily wooded land with rolling trails, birds, deer, squirrels, turtles, chickens, and donkeys. A large amount of our property sits on the Diascund Reservoir which provides a whole other side of nature.

- Maximum stay - 7 nights
- We welcome traveling families and friends
- 1 dog welcome, use the dropdown when booking to add the dog.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE DIASCUND RESERVOIR
2/26
Current levels at 100%
What are you able to do at these levels?

Kayak
Canoe
Fish
Spot elusive creatures
Enjoy marvelous sunsets

Updates to Reservoir Levels when a significant change occurs

Mini Donkeys - we currently have several minis.

They are secured by a fence and have their own barn.

Adults, children and pets are strictly PROHIBITED from entering their fenced in area at any time without a host being present. DO NOT FEED or place hands, or fingers into their fenced in area.

If you wish to meet them and have a grooming session, we’ll do our best to make that happen .

If you are bringing a dog, make sure to enter that in the dropdown when booking as you would number of guests. There is a $50 dog fee.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in hallways (107 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (107 centimetre high)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must be 26 yrs old to reserve The Tiny Red Barn. No 3rd party bookings. ID must match reserving party.

The Rental Agreement will be forwarded via Docusign after booking. Instant booking constitutes confirmation of and agrees to the Rental Agreement

Prior to acceptance, tell us. 1. What brings you to the area? 2. Do you agree to sign the vacation rental agreement?

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Note from host: Enter 1 pet in the dropdown. $50 pet fee required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Ensuring safety is the responsibility of the guest

Events

No events allowed

No large gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No large gatherings
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Lanexa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stonehouse Golf Club and Saude Creek Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Go-Karts Plus and Old Forge Sporting Clays. MagiQuest and Williamsburg Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lanexa travel guide
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Lanexa, VA

What's nearby

  • Stonehouse Golf Club
    8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • New Kennt Park
    10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Saude Creek Vineyard
    12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • York River State Park
    17 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Williamsburg Premium Outlets
    19 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center
    27 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Lakeside Restaurant
    16 min drive
  • Two Drummers Smokehouse
    12 min drive
  • Stonehouse Grill
    13 min drive
  • Subway
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of New Kennt Park, Stonehouse Golf Club and Saude Creek Vineyard. Sweet Hall Marsh and Little Creek Reservoir Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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The Tiny Red Barn on the Reservoir - A Private Oasis Near Williamsburg Virginia Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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Always wonderful!

This is one of our favorite properties to visit! So beautiful and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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Lovely visit

We greatly enjoyed our time at the Tony Red Barn. This was a nice getaway for my spouse and I as we visited the area to spend some time in nature as well as revisit some American History. Thank you for sharing your vacation rental with us. We hope to revisit again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tara C.

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Don’t miss this

I’m telling everyone about this cute barn! It was so relaxing and the atmosphere was just perfect for a weekend getaway! Everything is cared for. So relaxing! We stayed here and went into Williamsburg during the day - the drive was worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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Quiet and Comfortable Stay

We stayed at The Little Red Barn while visiting family to celebrate a sweet 16. It was very clean and welcoming. There were some nice touches like farm fresh eggs, baked cookies and it was decortated for christmas. Overall 10/10, Host were kind andand responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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Get away with the wife.

Beautiful property with great privacy and scenery. Extremely clean and very comfortable. Stayed for four nights with my wife and our dog while we enjoyed the area. Couldn't ask for a more perfect location. Owners were very respectful and polite. We enjoyed greeting the donkeys each morning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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Beautiful setting!

We loved every minute of our stay at the tiny red barn. The barn is well decorated and enjoyed our night fire and watching Christmas movies. Just a short distance to Williamsburg. The perfect location to relax and unwind. We enjoyed the fresh cookies upon arrival and the selection of hot teas. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

LuAnn G.

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Lovely little home

We loved the tiny red barn ! Beautifully decorated, clean, comfortable, and lots of sweet add-ons that made it extra special! I liked the fresh eggs and homemade soap . Enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch listening to the birds and watching squirrels play . Our stay was too short , I’d love to return and relax in the little barn .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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Truly a 5 star place

This is one of the best vacation homes we have stayed in. Very clean, comfortable beds, lots of thoughtful extras, and a friendly responsive host. We had fun on the trails around the property, fishing from the pier and just loving the house and natural surroundings. The location was great for getting out to local tourist stuff too. Our family had never spent any time with donkeys until we met the ones on the property. We immediately fell in love with those peaceful guys and looked forward to visiting every day. Thanks for the great stay — We are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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Perfect Getaway

When we arrived my children ran into the woods and began to explore. The area is such a relief from city life. With all the outings I planned the kiddos wanted to stay at the barn. The shower is amazingly relaxing. The beds are the softest ever. All of the amenities are as expected. I hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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Perfect Little Barn

Wonderful location. Well thought out property. Had everything you would have wanted in terms of activities. Amazing decor and detail to the barn. Loved the nighttime lighting with the window candles. The outdoor fire pit was fully stocked and very convenient. The kayaks were easy to get to and perfect for our family. I could go on and on. Such a perfect vacation spot.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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The beautiful, restful, Tiny Red Barn

The Tiny Red Barn is such a unique, delightful, and absolutely beautiful property. The space is clean and impeccably decorated, including all of the amenities you may need during your stay. We especially enjoyed our time relaxing in the screened in porch, the game selection and game time with our kids, paddling on the reservoir, and making s’mores around the fire pit. Virginia was communicative and available at any time, but gave us our space and privacy throughout our entire stay. It was so easy to melt into relaxation at this gorgeous property and we hope to stay at the Tine Red Barn again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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Absolutely beautiful!!

Everything was as described in the posting. The cookies and eggs were absolutely fabulous and I loved my "keepsake" bar of soap. The kayaks were an awesome added bonus! The reservoir was so calm. The house is so beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. It was like coming home after the adventures at the theme parks. We could love 💖 to stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer b.

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Jennifer and Michael, David and Tom

This property is a hidden gem! Pictures do not do it justice. Thoughtful details, efficiently organized, quality products were most appreciated. The outdoor seating at sunset is Beautiful! We were welcomed with fresh baked cookies! Thank you for making our time so memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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Luxury Autumn Getaway

We had the best time at the Tiny Red Barn. We came to the area to visit Williamsburg, but our favorite part of the trip was relaxing at the barn. The property is absolutely gorgeous, completely serene and peaceful with breathtaking views. We spent time outside exploring, enjoyed s’mores by the fire, and cuddled up on the cozy seating on the screened in porch. The inside of the barn is immaculate. It was the cleanest, coziest and most meticulously decorated rental we have ever had. Our boys (5 & 9) loved the homemade cookies that greeted us, the leather rocker, sleeping in the loft and meeting the donkeys. Thank you so much for an amazing stay! We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Duane p.

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Attention to Detail

Loved the American flags attached to the trees as we drove in. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay because of how remarkable they made our living quarters!! The attention to detail was amazing. Personal robes, special soap as a gift as well as all the items desired when taking a shower, shampoo, razor, tooth brush, ect..a few adult beverages in the frig, cookies, and games both indoor and outdoor. The decorating done on the inside and outside was beautiful! The donkeys would greet us while on our walks. People who came to visit during our stay were also very impressed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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Wonderful Gem Convenient to Williamsburg and More!

I sent my retired parents to the Little Red Barn as a gift, and they loved it! All my communications with the hosts were friendly, easy and great! I asked my parents to send me their reviews so others could read about a great find. From one parent: We enjoyed our stay at the Little Red Barn immensely. Its location was an excellent jumping-off point for our tours of the Historic Triangle of Williamsburg. Each day we looked forward to returning to our “home away from home” and only wished we had more time to explore the surroundings with our dog. We highly recommend the Little Red Barn for a stay in the Williamsburg/Richmond area! From the other parent: We just loved the Tiny Red Barn! It was so comfy and cozy. Decorated beautifully. The bed was very comfortable and we both slept well. The kitchen was well stocked. The grounds were beautiful. Too cold to sit on the beautiful porch. The place even had a fire pit, picnic table and gas grill. All in red!! We truly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

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Little Red Dream

There aren’t enough nice things to say about the Little Red Barn! We had a slight change in our travel plans and Virginia could not have been more gracious & accommodating. My sister-in-law made the trip with me and we both unanimously said as soon as we settled in, “We could live here!” Virginia met us when we arrived and showed us everything we needed to know. From the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies waiting for us when we arrived to the beautifully decorated unit, the perfectly appointed kitchen and bathroom, the peaceful, serene grounds and view of the reservoir, the holiday decorations and warm hospitality- everything was just perfect. We totally fell in love with the Little Red Barn & can’t wait to come back again! Virginia & Stephen attend to your every need when you stay with them. Their hospitality & beautiful property were the high point of our trip. Thank you for such a wonderful stay and the delightful home made soap! We hope to see you again soon! Merry Christmas! 🎄
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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Cozy, upscale cottage. Very well decorated and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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It’s the details that blew us away. Virginia and Steve have made every square foot of the Tiny Red Barn feel cozy and you feel completely at home. The quality of the home is one of the best we’ve stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk V.

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Amazing Property

Everything was wonderful! The property was perfect & it was a great place to visit with family who live close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

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perfect VA getaway!

Our family of five absolutely loved the Red Barn- the location looking over the lake was even better than we imagined when we booked! We will definitely recommend to anyone staying in the Williamsburg area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bertie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting with a lovingly maintained property

Beautiful setting with a lovingly maintained property, very respectful and responsive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at the Tiny Red Barn. The setting is spectacular - in the woods, on the water, so peaceful and private. The house is really lovely - beautifully decorated, loaded with charm, comfortable and cozy while somehow also being chic! It’s also well appointed, including good coffee, cookies and, such a treat- fresh eggs. Best of all, Virginia introduced us to her precious mini donkeys. They’re so sweet and it was educational for the kids and parents. We really loved this Vrbo stay and will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Let’s do it again!

Our favorite VRBO so far! Checks all the boxes!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny Red Barn

Fantastic stay - property was lovely and great support from owners throughout process.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021