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'Better Lake Than Never' Huddleston Condo
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Huddleston, VA
- Place, Smith Mountain Lake1 min walk
- Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park3 min drive
- Place, Liberty University48 min drive
- Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
'Better Lake Than Never' Huddleston Condo
End Unit w/ Frequent Wildlife Sightings | No Wake Cove | Resort Perks
Located in the picturesque Mariners Landing community, 'Better Lake Than Never' is the ideal setting for a relaxing retreat with entertainment. Start your morning at the 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental condo with coffee on the screened patio with lake views, then swim and have a cookout on the beach, or head to Smith Mountain Lake State Park to enjoy the expansive hiking trails and springtime scenery.
-- THE PROPERTY --
STRR-000084-2025
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Walk to beach (swimming, fishing, cookouts, & docks)
- Mariners Landing, restaurant, boat rentals, boat docking (w/ fee)
- Clubhouse
- Indoor pool, outdoor pool
- Fitness center
- Tennis, pickleball, & basketball courts
- 18-hole golf course (15% off green fees, designed by Robert Trent Jones)
- Game room
- Playground
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Open patio, screened patio
- Outdoor seating
- Water views
INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TVs, YouTube TV w/ major & multiple networks
- Gas fireplace
- Board games
- 2 en-suite bathrooms, 2 walk-in shower
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher
- Dual Keurig & drip coffee maker, toaster, blender
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices
- Paper towels, trash bags
- Dining table, breakfast bar w/ seating
GENERAL
- Free WiFi (high speed)
- Keyless entry
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Linens & towels, washer & dryer
FAQ
- 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story condo
- 1st-floor unit
- Exterior stairs to enter
PARKING
- Community parking lot
-- THE LOCATION --
- 3 miles to Smith Mountain Lake State Park
- 12 miles to Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals
- 15 miles to Seven Doors Winery
- 35 miles to Virginia Museum of Transportation
- 32 miles to Lynchburg Regional Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- This property has a maximum occupancy of 4 but can sleep 6 total. Please reach out to the Guest Contact for more information
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story condo on the 1st floor requires exterior stairs to enter
- Guests bringing a boat must register and pay trailer parking/dock fees: $50 for the first night and $25 for each additional night
- Community amenities are included in the nightly rate for no additional fee
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when motion is detected by the device
Located in the picturesque Mariners Landing community, 'Better Lake Than Never' is the ideal setting for a relaxing retreat with entertainment. Start your morning at the 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental condo with coffee on the screened patio with lake views, then swim and have a cookout on the beach, or head to Smith Mountain Lake State Park to enjoy the expansive hiking trails and springtime scenery.
-- THE PROPERTY --
STRR-000084-2025
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Walk to beach (swimming, fishing, cookouts, & docks)
- Mariners Landing, restaurant, boat rentals, boat docking (w/ fee)
- Clubhouse
- Indoor pool, outdoor pool
- Fitness center
- Tennis, pickleball, & basketball courts
- 18-hole golf course (15% off green fees, designed by Robert Trent Jones)
- Game room
- Playground
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Open patio, screened patio
- Outdoor seating
- Water views
INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TVs, YouTube TV w/ major & multiple networks
- Gas fireplace
- Board games
- 2 en-suite bathrooms, 2 walk-in shower
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher
- Dual Keurig & drip coffee maker, toaster, blender
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices
- Paper towels, trash bags
- Dining table, breakfast bar w/ seating
GENERAL
- Free WiFi (high speed)
- Keyless entry
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Linens & towels, washer & dryer
FAQ
- 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story condo
- 1st-floor unit
- Exterior stairs to enter
PARKING
- Community parking lot
-- THE LOCATION --
- 3 miles to Smith Mountain Lake State Park
- 12 miles to Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals
- 15 miles to Seven Doors Winery
- 35 miles to Virginia Museum of Transportation
- 32 miles to Lynchburg Regional Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- This property has a maximum occupancy of 4 but can sleep 6 total. Please reach out to the Guest Contact for more information
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story condo on the 1st floor requires exterior stairs to enter
- Guests bringing a boat must register and pay trailer parking/dock fees: $50 for the first night and $25 for each additional night
- Community amenities are included in the nightly rate for no additional fee
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when motion is detected by the device
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Huddleston
Located in Huddleston, this condo is on the waterfront. Lake Haven Marina and Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Huddleston, VA
What's nearby
- Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Liberty University - 48 min drive - 65.0 km
- Berglund Center - 52 min drive - 60.0 km
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 54 min drive - 62.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mitchell's Restaurant - 23 min drive
- Drifter's - 24 min drive
- Mexico Viejo at Penhook - 54 min drive
- Napoli By The Lake - 41 min drive
- Lumpkins Grill - 56 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Nov 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lee H.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Relax
Lee H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
audrey b.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gone Fishing



audrey b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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