Our property is a one of a kind for those who want to see the Historic Washington DC and Virginia Civil War Sites.
Either for a romantic weekend getaway if you live locally, or if you’re touring DC from afar and want a break from the city, this property is a wonderful option.
Explore 8348 Geller Cir in 3D
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=QdWGXkG933J 3D Tour URL
Our home overlooks a wonderful 12 mile lake and gardens. If you enjoy taking a swim, taking out our peddle Kayaks, or just sitting by the fire pit after a day touring …This is your place.
Getting Here:
Your Lake Jackson getaway is 10 minutes away from Old Town Manassas. There are Great Restaurants, Breweries and Winery’s nearby with abundant historic charm. Stay in scenic Virginia and visit Washington, DC. Best of both worlds.
30 min by Cab - Dulles Airport
10 min by Uber from Manassas Station on VRE Train to/from DC
45 min VRE to/from Heart of Washington, DC's Union Station
Virginia Railway Express (VRE) https://www.vre.org/
See "Manassas Line" and Manassas is your stop
Tickets can be purchased on the Train of from Kiosks at the Station.
This cozy space features a king bed, TV, high speed internet and wifi, Netflix and other cable channels, wine bar, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and a free EV charger.
No problem driving to see us, plenty of of safe and secure parking on the property. Free EV Charger here as well.
Things to Do:
While on the Property - Guests enjoy kayaking with our state of art, Hobie peddle kayaks, fishing off the dock, swimming in the lake, or taking evening pontoon boat ride. Bald eagles, Ospray and many varieties of wildlife right outside your door. Who knew a place like this existed so close in to DC?
Meals
A variety of breakfast options to chose from are included. Bring in other meals and enjoy eating them on your own deck overlooking the lake. Store the left overs in a full size refrigerator and het them up in the microwave. Other options include Old Town Manassas great restaurants. If informal dining with music is your fare, then 10 minutes away are local breweries and winery's such as the 2 Silo’s Brewing Company and "Paradise Springs Winery".
https://2silosbrewing.com/
https://www.paradisespringswinery.com/Home
Feel like staying in? Most all restaurants deliver right to your doorstep. Everything from Italian, Indian, Greek, Asian Fusion, Mexican, Peruvian or Steak…or any number of local fast food chains.
After Dinner
Use the Firepit to stay warm and enjoy the calmness of lake living.
Hosts Doug and Vicki are excited to make your stay everything you want it to be.
Additional Tour Options
Most Guests use our property as their home base on their extended vacation to the area. Many of our Nations Monuments and Historical Sites are within easy reach to the property.
10 min drive to the Civil War Battlefield of 1st & 2nd Manassas.
Washington DC Tours
Could not be easier - really mean it!
Best way we have found to see DC, is via Train in and with a narrated bus tour when you arrive. Will save you tons of unnecessary walking, but getting in/out is quite enjoyable to boot when traveling on the VRE.
Taking the Manassas Line from Manassas Station to Washington Union Station.
Directly in front of Union Station is the Fully narrated "Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus. Their buses circulate to all the major monuments and Museums. One arrives every 15-20 and the ticket is good for 24 hours. You wont miss a thing, you can stay in any site as long as you like. You will save a ton of walking and learn a great deal while you listen to tour guide narrate your journey.
https://www.hop-on-hop-off-tickets.com/washington-dc-bus-tours/?msclkid=87900d12ba0611451bcf6a66adc05401&utm_campaign=Washington%20Dc%20-%20HOHO%20-%20Other%20Languages%20-%20USA%2
Civil War is your interest?
Tours of a number of Civil War Battlefields can arranged by your Host for an additional fee.
Tours will include Transportation, a local Guide and Lunch.
Battle of 1st & 2nd Manassas 10 Min drive
Battle of Fredericksburg 30 min drive
The Wilderness Campaign & Spotsylvania Courthouse 40 min drive
Https://www.nps.gov and (search by Battlefield)
Wanna go further afar?
Branching out to Explore Virginia Plantation and Local History?
Attached below are wonderful historic towns and villages within a 2 hour ride.
All these places you’re welcome to see on your own if you choose. Every battlefield, every monument and historic home have local guides onsite.
https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/11-towns-in-virginia-that-transport-you-to-the-past.html
Guided Day Trips (additional fee)
Didn’t get my Masters in History for nothing. Might as well share what I have learned to help you gain an appreciation for our National treasures.
Harper’s Ferry - 1 -1/4 Hr by Car
https://www.nps.gov/hafe/planyourvisit/index.htm
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park offers a variety of experiences for visitors.
Whether you enjoy recreation or historical inquiry, a quiet stroll by the river, hike to Maryland Heights Overlook or a guided program with a ranger. There are all sorts opportunities for everyone to find their place here.
Blend in "Antietam Battlefield" if you choose. Only a 20 minute ride from Harper’s Ferry.
https://www.nps.gov/anti/planyourvisit/index.htm
Gettysburg National Battlefield - 2 1/2 hr by Car
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
https://www.nps.gov/gett/index.htm
Historic Homes of our Founding Fathers suit your fancy?
Monticello - Home of Thomas Jefferson, 3rd US President - 2 Hr Drive
Thomas Jefferson, third president, philosopher, scientist, historian, and author of the Declaration of the Independence, helped establish the foundations of self-government and individual freedom we know today. Jefferson’s words—the Declaration and his more than 19,000 letters—and his architecture—including Monticello and the University of Virginia— provide a lens for scholars and visitors today to view the beginnings of early America
https://www.monticello.org/
Take in the additional UNESCO site of University of Virginia while your there.
https://www.virginia.edu/visit/grounds
Lunch at the Historic BOARS HEAD INN or MICHIE TAVERN while you are in Charlottesville.
https://www.michietavern.com/
Montpelier Plantation - Home of James Madison 4th President - On the Way to Charlottesville.
Montpelier is the lifelong home of James Madison, Father of the Constitution, Architect of the Bill of Rights, and fourth President of the United States. As a monument to James Madison and the Enslaved Community, a museum of American history, and a center for constitutional education, Montpelier engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison’s most powerful idea: government by the people.
https://www.montpelier.org/
Biking for you?
Renting bikes and riding the C&O Trail along the Potomac River. A great way to see the beauty of Virginia and Maryland and get a little exercise.
Trip leaves from Georgetown with lunch at “Old Anglers Inn”
We are happy to assist you in putting together a wonderful stay.
