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Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61150 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock
Welcome to Surfside Cottage at Smith Mountain Lake! This adorable dog friendly lakefront home offers beautiful water views, spacious outdoor areas, a private dock, a new hot tub, a fire pit and more! With updates throughout, space for 6 guests and a central location, Surfside Cottage is the ideal vacation home to experience all that the lake has to offer.
Surfside Cottage is located in Moneta, which is on the Bedford County side of Smith Mountain Lake and close to everything! This prime location offers easy access to major roads, grocery stores, boat rentals, restaurants and activities, which are all within a short drive or boat ride. The house is on a quiet cove with low traffic and it's a quick 5 minute boat ride to the main channel. This lakeside location cannot be beat!
Home Layout Details:
One level living with 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 queens) and 2 full bathrooms
King bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a shower
Queen bedrooms share the hall bathroom with a tub/shower combo
Open concept common space with a updated kitchen, living and dining areas
Updated kitchen which includes everything you need to prepare meals
Enjoy meals at the island (2 stools) or the dining table overlooking the lake (4 stools)
The living room has two sofas and a large flat screen TV and a dog bed for your furry guest
A full size washer & dryer
Outdoor Features:
Private boat dock with a gently sloping walkway and stairs down to the lake from the house. The cove is plenty wide with easy access for any size boat and stays around 4 feet deep.
Large covered porch overlooking the lake with a cozy seating area (perfect for morning coffee) and a dining table for 6 to enjoy meals outside
New 6-person hot tub to enjoy with views of the lake
Stone fire pit
Yard with Adirondack chairs and plenty of space for your kids and dogs to play
2 kayaks and a canoe with a variety of life vests for use during your stay
Outdoor grill
Extras Included:
Up to 2 dogs with NO extra pet fee. We provide food bowls, gates for the porch, a few toys and plenty of yard space to explore
ALL bath and bed linens:
Bath linens for 6 guests (1 bath towel, 1 hand towel and 1 wash cloth per guest)
All sheets & bedding is also provided along with extra pillows and blankets
Kitchen towels
Coffee (ground and k-pods), tea and filters
A variety of spices and cooking essentials like aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.
Cleaning supplies & essentials like dish soap, a sponge, dishwasher liquid, laundry detergent, hand soap, countertop spray and trash bags.
A starter supply of paper towels and toilet paper is also provided
The cottage is in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with about 15 homes, surrounded by farmland and gorgeous lake views. It's the perfect place to relax, let the kids (and dogs) play and enjoy nature. You'll even have a view of Smith Mountain on your way to the house!
We know you'll love your stay at Surfside Cottage and we can't wait to welcome you to our lakeside getaway!
*Please note: we are currently renovating the basement level to make more space for guests, so it will not be accessible during your stay. But, rest assured there will not be any construction during your time at the cottage. There are three exterior security cameras at the property, which are located at the front porch and basement door.*
Surfside Cottage is located in Moneta, which is on the Bedford County side of Smith Mountain Lake and close to everything! This prime location offers easy access to major roads, grocery stores, boat rentals, restaurants and activities, which are all within a short drive or boat ride. The house is on a quiet cove with low traffic and it's a quick 5 minute boat ride to the main channel. This lakeside location cannot be beat!
Home Layout Details:
One level living with 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 queens) and 2 full bathrooms
King bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a shower
Queen bedrooms share the hall bathroom with a tub/shower combo
Open concept common space with a updated kitchen, living and dining areas
Updated kitchen which includes everything you need to prepare meals
Enjoy meals at the island (2 stools) or the dining table overlooking the lake (4 stools)
The living room has two sofas and a large flat screen TV and a dog bed for your furry guest
A full size washer & dryer
Outdoor Features:
Private boat dock with a gently sloping walkway and stairs down to the lake from the house. The cove is plenty wide with easy access for any size boat and stays around 4 feet deep.
Large covered porch overlooking the lake with a cozy seating area (perfect for morning coffee) and a dining table for 6 to enjoy meals outside
New 6-person hot tub to enjoy with views of the lake
Stone fire pit
Yard with Adirondack chairs and plenty of space for your kids and dogs to play
2 kayaks and a canoe with a variety of life vests for use during your stay
Outdoor grill
Extras Included:
Up to 2 dogs with NO extra pet fee. We provide food bowls, gates for the porch, a few toys and plenty of yard space to explore
ALL bath and bed linens:
Bath linens for 6 guests (1 bath towel, 1 hand towel and 1 wash cloth per guest)
All sheets & bedding is also provided along with extra pillows and blankets
Kitchen towels
Coffee (ground and k-pods), tea and filters
A variety of spices and cooking essentials like aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.
Cleaning supplies & essentials like dish soap, a sponge, dishwasher liquid, laundry detergent, hand soap, countertop spray and trash bags.
A starter supply of paper towels and toilet paper is also provided
The cottage is in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with about 15 homes, surrounded by farmland and gorgeous lake views. It's the perfect place to relax, let the kids (and dogs) play and enjoy nature. You'll even have a view of Smith Mountain on your way to the house!
We know you'll love your stay at Surfside Cottage and we can't wait to welcome you to our lakeside getaway!
*Please note: we are currently renovating the basement level to make more space for guests, so it will not be accessible during your stay. But, rest assured there will not be any construction during your time at the cottage. There are three exterior security cameras at the property, which are located at the front porch and basement door.*
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
Moneta
Located in Moneta, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Hickory Hill Vineyards and Crystal Shores 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.

Bedford County, VA
What's nearby
- Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
- Berglund Center - 47 min drive - 52.5 km
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 49 min drive - 54.9 km
- Liberty University - 52 min drive - 66.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jake's Place - 16 min drive
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 19 min drive
- Drifter's - 15 min drive
- Napoli By The Lake - 33 min drive
- Lago Pizza - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Dec 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
Dec 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rebecca S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Val H.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Val H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eddie B.
Nov 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eddie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dianna H.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot
Dianna H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis W.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and nive view
Dennis W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ginger S.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing vacation
Ginger S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracy L.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tracy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Todd G.
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake cottage
Todd G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lesleigh T.
Jul 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lesleigh T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helen C.
Sep 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Jul 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what I needed
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica Z.
Jan 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
2/10 Terrible
Ashley T.
Jul 30, 2025
Ashley T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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