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Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake

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8 chairs available at the fire pit
Front entrance from private parking area. Space for plenty of cars.
Table and five chairs on the private dock
Enjoy our well-equipped kitchen or use the gas grill on the deck
Kitchen with adjacent eating area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Penhook, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
  • Palmer's Marina
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Single Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake

This cozy cottage has breathtaking views of Smith Mountain Lake and plenty of space to accommodate large families. Features include: a large dock perfect for swimming, fishing, or boating; large covered deck great for entertaining and grilling out; and a fire pit for making s'mores or relaxing after a day in the sun. There are 2 single-seat kayaks and a paddle board available for your enjoyment, as well as 3 TVs, a DVD player, a foosball table, and WiFi throughout. You'll love staying here any time of year!

Property manager

Susan W Strahan
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Boat, boat lifts and jet ski are not available to guests due to insurance restrictions. The floating dock may be used to tie up a boat or jet ski.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Penhook

Located in Penhook, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at 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 hiking and hunting nearby.
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Penhook, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lumpkins Marina - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Lakeside Marina - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Palmer's Marina - 19 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 65 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lumpkins Marina - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penhook Hideaway at Smith Mountain Lake located?

This family-friendly Penhook holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lumpkins Marina and Smith Mountain Lake. Lakeside Marina is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Penhook Hideaway

The house was clean. Bedding and towels provided. Games and movies. Paddle board and kayaks also. It was a perfect location at SML and we all enjoyed it, young and old.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay.

We enjoyed our stay and greatly appreciate you sharing your lake house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Had a Great stay Very Nice Place was real thankful the grounds weren’t steep to the dock. The fishing was one of the best times . Ive rented some where at the lake for the past 5 yrs and this is the best rental by far.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Penhook Hideaway

Penhook Hideaway did not disappoint! Location is great and the house accommodated just what we needed. We loved floating at the house, cooking meals and lots of back patio sitting. SML is such a wonderful place! Can’t wait for our next trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

We loved our stay, the house, fire pit, kayaking and the gorgeous lake, added bonus was baby geese.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You couldn't ask for a better View!

While the two level living is great when you have kids, the key to this property is the breathtaking view. Two decks and huge windows showcase The View. The water is also super clean and calm to.swim swim iswim in right off the dock
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good spot

We had 4 guys in town for a golf outing. The house was great. Very clean and well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

lake guest

We had a great time. the boat dock was great and the gentle slope from the house to the boat dock was nice. The house was perfect for 8 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Martha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Adventure

Awesome !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

The view from the house to the lake was amazing. The yard down to the lake was very easy to walk with the perfect fire pit for the evenings! We loved the dock and the ability to swim right off of it in a very calm inlet! The property could use some updates to the kitchen appliances (not everything works), and new mattresses, but overall our family of 9 enjoyed the property very much and we would all recommend to any family looking to relax and enjoy the amazing lake! Hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet oasis

It was absolutely beautiful! We had a wonderful time! Fully stocked. Loved the layout. Lots of space to spread out the sleeping arrangements. Owners were quick to respond. Make sure to dive at the end of the dock. Otherwise you can hit the bottom when the lake is dryer. We really enjoyed the clean, clear lake water of SML! Will come again. The only downsides are the older appliances( but they are replacing the stovetop, which didn’t fully work), cheap pots and pans, upstairs shower head needs replacing(was wiggly and older), and TV upstairs wasn’t a smart TV. Otherwise, the beds were so soft and comfortable w/ pillow toppers, downstairs shower was awesome w/ 2 shower heads, wonderful location on the lake, amazing deck overlooking the lake where we ate all our meals, awesome dock, and overall wonderful vacation house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

drew h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Wonderful house on the lake. Very clean and comfortable. We had a relaxing stay and enjoyed being out on the lake. The fishing was lousy but the stay was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smith Mountain Lake Family Vacation

Great house for a family vacation! Huge yard, easy access to the lake, and a boat rental marina just a few steps away. Everything you need to cook family dinners, enjoy time reading, watching movies, sitting on the dock fishing. Highly recommended and we hope to come back every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharon c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun on the lake.

Our family has been going to SML for the past few years and this was our favorite rental so far. The level lot was so nice to access the lake and the view was amazing. Our family ranges in age from 2 years to 85 years and Penhook Hideaway accommodated all of us. The kids had a safe area to play in shallow water and the adults could swim and dive in the deeper areas. Having the kayaks and paddle board allow more of us to enjoy the water. We look forward to returning again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven B., Williamsburg, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing property in a quiet area

Communication with the owners was great. The property is quiet and comfortable. Everything went as smooth as it could.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walt & Meredith J., Virginia Beach, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Spring Break getaway!

Penhook Hideaway was perfect for our family, ages from 7 to 82!! The gentle slope of the lot made it feasible for my parents to make it to and from the dock and enjoy watching the kids fish and play in the water! The lot frontage on the water was amazing, a beautiful view on a peaceful cove! The home was perfect for our group...the kids stayed downstairs and had fun with the foosball table. The fire pit area provided much enjoyment on cool nights, with smores enjoyed by all! This is definitely one we will book again ! Thanks so much !!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax at the lake!

The property was great with a great view. The owners really try to create a great experience for the renter. The only hassle is having to bring all your own sheets, comforters, and towels. It is just a lot to pack but we did like having known clean linens. It is a trade off but some renters may not have enough room to bring enough linens for 4-6 beds and however many people. If you bring your own linens anyway, this is the place for you. It was a very clean house. The fire pit is a great addition to the experience. There is a public boat launch less than 5 minutes from the house. We enjoyed our stay for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation!!!

One of the best vacation homes I have stayed at!! Absolutely recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view 😍

beautiful lake view The kitchen was fully outfitted, loved it had everything we needed. We really enjoyed the paddle boards, kayaks They have plenty enough life jackets. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the lake, house was clean and cute. Owners were very responsive and helpful.

Great owners, great location, house was clean and beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Reading, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Vacation

Great communication, simple access, perfect location on the lake, lot was great for yard games, fire pit was used, and everything inside met the needs from the grand parents to the grand kids. Deck and dock were very busy all week and handled 11 people without an issue. Close to all things needed. Only suggestion…. Hmmmm, can’t think of any! Thanks, Paul C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation spot!

This is a great little house on a private setting. The dock is wonderful and gets the perfect amount of sun and shade. The location so close to a marina is great for boating. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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Hosted by Susan W Strahan

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