Located in Huddleston, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Liberty University - 51 min drive - 67.4 km
Berglund Center - 57 min drive - 68.2 km
Center in the Square - 57 min drive - 68.9 km
Getting around
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Napoli By The Lake - 41 min drive
Drifter's - 24 min drive
Mexico Viejo - 39 min drive
Mitchell's Restaurant - 10 min drive
Lumpkins Grill - 50 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach?
As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach on Nov 2, 2026 start from $758, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach located?
This family-friendly Huddleston vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mars Hill and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Leesville Lake and Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Great house on a very quiet cove with only one other dock which makes it a great place for kids to swim without boat traffic. Super easy access to mariners landing marina just a couple minutes by water. Lots of outdoor space and plenty of seating for big family meals. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We also enjoy all the space it provides for our large family. The cove is perfect for just relaxing without having to deal with other boats and we also love that. Thank you so much for staying with us. We would love to have you again!
This was the perfect property for our family vacation. With guests from 1-72, everyone had everything they needed. The hot tub was an amazing benefit, considering it was a chilly and rainy July week! The views were amazing and having a private cove ensured littles were safe in the water. This is our new favorite property on the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2026
We loved hosting you this week! I wish I could’ve sent more sunshine your way. We are so happy that you loved our home and would love you to stay here anytime! Thank you so much for taking such great care of our house!
Beautiful home (with pool table, foosball. ping pong, extra fridge...), large hot tub, fire pit, dock, kayaks, privacy... everything needed for fun. Trees are magnificent!!! Good communication with host. Probably our favorite vacation home ever.
The property was exactly as depicted in the listing and was well equipped with anything you would need! The owners of this property have gone above and beyond to ensure their guest enjoy their time at the lake and are comfortable in the house (the beds were very comfortable with mattress pads, plenty of seating for large groups, and a spacious living room layout)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2025
Thank you for the great review! We try hard to provide a great experience! Hope to have you back in the future!
We had a great time staying here. The house was clean, the property was well maintained and there was plenty of room for everyone. Plenty of parking as well. The dock was awesome and had plenty of space and furniture for everyone to sit and hang out. We will definitely be going back!
We had such a lovely weekend here! It was perfect for our two families. The home offered so much more than we could have imagined. There was an entire rack of life jackets all different sizes, from toddler to adult (we brought our own), but such a nice touch! The dock is absolutely incredible. We enjoyed countless hours fishing, talking and lounging. My husband said he would have slept out there if it had been a touch warmer outside LOL! The check in & out process was wonderful. Nancy called to let us know the an HvAC company might still be there at our check in (no biggie!) but she wanted to make sure we were aware and not thrown off on arrival. She also allowed us to stay longer on Sunday since it was off season, which was perfect so the kids didn’t have to rush finding their Easter Baskets! 10/10 recommend and we will 100% be back again soon!
Our family, with 3 generations, had a wonderful time together at this home. It is exceptionally well stocked with sand and water toys, life vests, 3 refrigerators, kitchen appliances, etc. It's in a beautiful and quiet cove, just a short trip from the dam and other nice areas of the lake. The kids could easily play on the beach or in the water, and we spent many hours in the near by coves tubing and doing other water sports. This was a great house for our trip.
All in all it was a great trip! My sister in law had a great girls weekend for her bachelorette party. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2021
So glad you enjoyed your time! We would love to host you all again in the future!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amy I.
Aug 7, 2014
Peaceful family getaway in a beautiful private setting!
Your own private cove, plenty of space inside and out, a gorgeous lake, and great amenities - what more could you ask for on vacation? We had three generations with us, and everyone was happy - there's always something to do and a space of your own when you need it :) We loved it!!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
Amy I am so glad your whole family loved our place. It really makes me happy to know that three generations of your family were together and that you chose our home and had such a great time. We hope that you will all come back and join us in the future!
We loved our vacation to celebrate Christmas in January with family. The house was beautifully decorated and just as described online. Nancy and Charles provided very detailed information for the house and surrounding area. Love our trip!
We went for a quiet girls trip and could not have found a better place to stay! The property was clean and comfortable and had everything we need and more. The views of the lake were stunning and we were even able to get out on the property’s kayaks and paddle boards in November. The kitchen was a great size and well stocked. All of us hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jocelyn L.
May 16, 2015
Family vacation
We had a wonderful stay at your home and absolutely loved it! Everything was beautiful the kids LOVED the toys and asked if we could please stay another day. The adults loved the clean, comfortable house, and the magnificent views! We really enjoyed the fire pit, hot tub, and kayak as well. We will definitely be renting this place again.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
Jocelyn,
We were so glad you decided to stay with us. I am glad the children found the toys. I always wonder if anyone ever uses them. I am so glad you had such a nice time and we would love to have you and your family back again! Thank you again, Nancy
Journey's End is in a quiet, remote cove that our family enjoyed immensely. The home is lovely and well equipped. Lots of wonderful memories were made. Highly recommend !
The kids and adults loved the kayaking, swimming and fishing. Sadly, we got rained out on Sunday, but we do need the rain so I won't complain. House was very nice!
Went for our friends 40th birthday. It was a beautiful house tucked in a nice private cove. The property had everything we needed. Great communication by the owners. We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2022
It was wonderful hosting Megan and her friends! They were respectful and left the house as they found it! We would love to host them anytime!
We were celebrating my 50th birthday and we had a blast! Everything was top notch and we had so much space to congregate. We are already planning for next spring! Perfect for a family or friend group.
So many great things! We got a pontoon boat w/ tube and four jet skis. Everyone had an absolute blast! one evening we made smores and listened to Adam play a guitar and sing songs while the ten of us sat around the fire near the dock. Not a day of rain except when we arrived. Everything was perfect !
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Journey's End. Beautiful home, beautiful backyard to the lake, beautiful view of the lake. Love the use of the kayaks and the dock area was wonderful to sit and read a book or to play or watch the sunset. The owners had smore supplies for us to use around the fire pit area also! Lots of appliances and kitchen tools etc. Loved it here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2020
Thank you so much Joe for your great review. I am so glad you enjoyed the smores and were able to sit and enjoy the fire pit area. You were also great to communicate and work with and thank you so much for your help in the kitchen! You were all awesome! We would love to have you again sometime!
Wonderful week with family - very quiet cove with clear water for swimming. Kitchen had everything we needed and second fridge in the garage came in handy. Loved being able to have all of us fit at the dining table for dinner! Enjoyed hanging out on the dock and making 'smores by the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2023
We loved having you stay with us! Thank you for taking such good care of everything, and we hope someday in the future you will come again!