RARE LAKEFRONT OPPORTUNITY: Your Private Waterfront Resort in the Heart of Northern Virginia
$3,200/month | Available September 1st | 2028 Upper Lake Drive, Reston
Imagine boating to your grocery shopping at Safeway. Swimming with friends while live concerts play across the water. Watching epic 4th of July fireworks from your own dock boat. This isn't a vacation rental this is your everyday life at Lake Thoreau.
EXTRAORDINARY WATERFRONT LIFESTYLE
Your Private 43-Acre Lake & Marina:
Large electric dock boat (seats 8+ people) your floating entertainment venue
Private lakeside deck perfect for morning coffee, sunset dinners, and watching the lake life
Boat directly to shopping and dining: Dock at Safeway, CVS, Chipotle, and lakeside restaurants
Swimming concerts: Join the lake community in the water while live music plays from floating stages
Annual 4th of July fireworks spectacular front-row seats from your boat
Complimentary canoe and kayak access for daily lake exploration
Premium fishing for bass, catfish, and bluegill right outside your door
Historic Lake Thoreau Experience:
Named after Henry David Thoreau in America's first planned community
Crystal-clear spring-fed waters with resident great blue herons, bald eagles, and beavers
2.2-mile scenic walking loop with challenging hills and panoramic views
Year-round community events from Aquapoolooza pool parties to nature tours
THE SPACE THAT TRANSFORMS WITH THE SEASONS
Your Lakefront Apartment (Year-Round): Two bedrooms with direct lake views, beautiful wood-paneled living room with panoramic windows, private lakeside deck for morning coffee and sunset dinners, private entrance for complete independence, thoughtfully designed kitchenette, in-unit laundry, and half-garage storage.
Your Lakefront House (9+ months/year): When the homeowner travels, gain access to the entire gorgeous upstairs: gourmet kitchen perfect for entertaining, additional furnished guest bedroom and bathroom, spacious dining and living areas. Furniture available for unfurnished tenants.
UNBEATABLE LOCATION & CONVENIENCE
Dual Metro Access:
15-minute walk to Reston Town Center Metro: 38 minutes to Washington DC
Direct Silver Line to Dulles Airport: 20-25 minutes door-to-door
Half-mile to the famous W&OD Trail: 45+ miles of car-free recreation to Arlington and Leesburg
Everything at Your Doorstep:
Walk to South Lakes Village: Safeway, CVS, Starbucks, UPS, restaurants
2.5 miles to Reston Town Center: Morton's, Fogo de Chao, Apple Store, premium shopping and dining
Major employers within minutes: Oracle, Leidos, General Dynamics
Top-rated Fairfax County schools and America's 6th safest large jurisdiction
PREMIUM COMMUNITY AMENITIES INCLUDED
$23 Million Reston Association Membership:
15 swimming pools including the newly renovated $4 million Lake Thoreau Pool
54 tennis courts and 55+ miles of maintained trails
1,300+ acres of preserved open space and wildlife sanctuaries
Year-round programming, events, and recreational activities
Utilities are charged as a $200/month flat fee, which includes electric, water, sewer, trash, landscaping, and pest control, high-speed 1-gigabit ethernet and premium cable
Professional weekly cleaning and maintenance is included for the Landlord's part of the house upstairs and is available for the tenant's part of the house for an extra $100/month
All watercraft access and dock privileges
Simple house-sitting: just mail collection and occasional plant watering during owner travels
PRACTICAL DETAILS
The Property:
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom downstairs + seasonal guest suite upstairs
Brand new top-of-the-line central HVAC and heating system
Brand new premium hot water heater (unlimited hot water)
Garage space and ample storage
Contemporary lakefront architecture with vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors
Perfect For:
Remote workers seeking inspiring lake views with blazing-fast internet
Commuters wanting Metro access with resort-style amenities
Entertainment lovers who want to host boat parties and lake gatherings
Outdoor enthusiasts craving water sports, trails, and wildlife
Anyone tired of ordinary apartment living
Lease Details:
Available September 1st
Pets considered case-by-case (large dogs unlikely)
Standard residential lease with seasonal house-sitting arrangement
This is the only rental in Northern Virginia where you can kayak to Chipotle, swim at concerts, and watch fireworks from your own boat. Lake Thoreau offers a lifestyle that doesn't exist anywhere else waterfront resort living with world-class urban connectivity.
Ready to make this your reality? Contact us today opportunities this extraordinary don't last long.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,200/mo
2028 Upper Lake Dr, Reston, VA 20191
2beds
--sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Mon Sep 1 2025
Small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Detached parking
Heat pump, fireplace
What's special
Resident great blue heronsPanoramic viewsPrivate waterfront resortLarge electric dock boatScenic walking loopCrystal-clear spring-fed watersThoughtfully designed kitchenette
- 38 days
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Canoe, Kayak, Pontoon Boat, Utilities Included, Utilities fee required
Details
- Parcel number: 027104040003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Reston
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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8/3/2025 | Price change | $3,200-5.9% |
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7/30/2025 | Price change | $3,400-5.6% |
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7/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,600+12.5% |
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4/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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2/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,200+14.3% |
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