Lake Anna has a strong rental market, making a second home a great investment. Home and land prices are going nowhere but up, so now is a great time to buy. Let’s not forget that the taxes in the three counties that encompass Lake Anna are very low.
Is Lake Anna a good place to live?
If you’re thinking about retiring to a new place, consider beautiful Lake Anna. In 2018, AARP ranked Virginia as one of the fifth “Best States to Retire.” The state was praised for its array of leisure of activities, access to natural settings, historical attractions and more. All of this can be found near Lake Anna.
What is the size of Lake Anna?
20.31 mi²
Lake Anna/Area
Where is Lake Anna located in VA?
Lake Anna is located 72 miles (116 km) south of Washington, D.C. in Louisa and Spotsylvania counties, and is one of the largest freshwater inland reservoirs in Virginia. Clocking in at a whopping 13,000 acres, this beloved lake offers a serene getaway or vacation full of water play!
Is there radiation in Lake Anna?
Discharge into the lake creates a “hot side” on the southern edge of Lake Anna. The “hot” refers to just the temperature of the water; there is no additional radioactivity in it.
Does Lake Anna have alligators?
In addition to alligators, the lake has been a draw for local anglers (the lake reportedly has over 30 species of fish including large-mouth bass, striped bass, walleye, catfish, crappie, bluegill, and white and yellow perch) as well as retirees and families looking for a laid-back vacation.
Which part of Lake Anna is best?
The public side sees significantly higher boat traffic than the private side, especially on summer weekends. The public side is known as the “cold” side because it provides water to cool the generators at the power plant; the private or “hot” side receives warm water discharge from the power plant.
Which side of Lake Anna is the hot side?
Discharge into the lake creates a “hot side” on the southern edge of Lake Anna. The “hot” refers to just the temperature of the water; there is no additional radioactivity in it. In the cooling process, that water has never passed through the nuclear reactors at the North Anna Power Station.
What is wrong with Lake Anna?
The bloom is harmful to humans and pets, causing skin irritations such as blisters and hives. If inhaled or swallowed, it can cause serious liver, kidney, and neurological problems that can be deadly.
Do alligators live in Lake Anna VA?
Why choose dockside Realty for Lake Anna real estate?
We have been assisting people to buy and sell both waterfront homes and water access homes, as well as land, here at the lake since 1994 with a great deal of success. Since its opening, Dockside Realty has listed and sold more homes on Lake Anna than any other Lake Anna real estate company in the area.
Where is Lake Anna in Virginia?
All the data is fed directly from the MLS. Lake Anna is one of the largest freshwater inland lakes in Virginia. With its approximately 250 miles of shoreline, it is centrally located between Washington DC, Charlottesville and Richmond.
Where are the real estate offices in Lake Anna?
We have three Lake Anna Real Estate offices with our main Lake Anna realty office located in the High Point Marina at the 208 Bridge. Stop by and visit with us or contact us for any information you need about Lake Anna. We also deal in commercial properties and have vacation rental properties available for your enjoyment of Lake Anna!
How old is Lake Anna?
Lake Anna was “born” in 1972 with the purchase of 18,643 acres of rural land by Virginia Power. The vast, tree-lined lake with more than 200 miles of shoreline, draws thousands of visitors a year for recreation and relaxation.
