By Mary Crowe Peaceful mornings by the water, afternoons on the boat, and evenings watching the sunset from your deck? Heck yes! But before you finalize your purchase, there are a few important details to understand about lake property ownership. You’ll Need Shoreline Permits. One of the biggest surprises for new lake homeowners is that you can’t just build a …
Lake Anna has spoken, our readers voted on the best Cocktails, Mocktails, Beer and Wine selections around… here is what they said in the Best of Lake Anna Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025: Best Cocktail 1st El Gran Patron2nd The Cove3rd The Lion’s Den Best Mocktail 1st The Cove2nd Coyote Hole3rd The Lion’s Den Best Mocktail 1st The Cove2nd Coyote …
What do you do when someone in our Lake Anna community is grieving, but their meal train is full? Dinner casseroles, sympathy cards, and flowers are common forms of support for those who are sick, or are grieving the loss of a loved one. While these gestures are undoubtedly appreciated, there is another option that sometimes goes overlooked, but can …
Short-term rentals offer an appealing prospect for Lake Anna homeowners, presenting an avenue for generating extra income, boosting local economic activity, and facilitating the enjoyment of the area by numerous families annually. While this arrangement seems promising, there are potential considerations to weigh. For local residents, the operation of short-term rental properties could potentially introduce additional vehicular activity on roads …
Photo by Carol Barker Wyatt Lake Anna, a renowned destination for fishing, swimming, boating, and camping, has long been shrouded in the enigma of alligators. The persistent question lingers: Does Lake Anna truly harbor alligators? While there have been historical accounts of alligator sightings, it’s worth noting that no recent reports have emerged in over half a decade. What exactly …
Every year as the hot season approaches, many families are inquiring, “Is it safe to swim in Lake Anna in 2023?” Given the lake’s history of harmful algae bloom (HAB) incidents, it’s essential to delve into the nature of HABs, their potential health impacts, and the current condition of Lake Anna. Families are seeking clarity on whether swimming is safe, …
