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Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape

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A cabin with a deck overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees.
A riverside park with walking paths, a wooden deck, and a gazebo.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the kitchen and dining area.
A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, black chairs, and a chandelier.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Smith Mountain Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Valley View Mall
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Crazy Horse Marina and Bayside Marina & Yacht Club 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 Community Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 33 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Center in the Square - 42 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Berglund Center - 44 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Valley View Mall - 48 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cowboy Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape on 1 Mar 2027 start from £1,116, 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 at Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Cove + Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire Pit, Pet-Friendly Lake Escape located?

This family-friendly Moneta holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Smith Mountain Lake Community Park and Crazy Horse Marina. Bridgewater Plaza and Booker T. Washington National Monument are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, equipped with everything we needed for a wonderful vacation with family. Very convenient location on the lake, sweet and friendly neighbors and very responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
David, we loved hosting you all. We can not wait to have you back. Keep in mind we offer return guest discounts. - Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a smith mountain trip with a boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Thank you for choosing the book with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed our stay at this property for a family reunion. The home was very comfortable and clean! The house was stocked with everything needed to have a great weekend. We enjoyed playing the provided board games and ping pong. We didn't utilize the lake access this trip since it was a short trip, but the view was pretty. The owners had great communication and were a pleasure to work with. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was a wonderful experience. The kitchen is well stocked which was great for us because we like to cook. All the beds were comfortable and it was so nice to walk around the neighborhood. We fell in love with Smith Mountain Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Thank you for staying with us.We enjoyed hosting you and your family.You are always welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot on Lake

Very comfortable well appointed home in beautiful spot we will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2023
Jodi, Thank you for choosing to book with us for the holiday. We really enjoyed having you stay with us. We absolutely would have you all again anytime. Sincerely, Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property on a quiet street and inlet. Great for walking or for accessing the lake. The house is well furnished and the kitchen is very well equipped. We made use of the provided kayaks, paddle boards and lily pad. There are plenty of indoor games for rainy days. There are many places to gather inside and out to enjoy family time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2026
Marty, We loved hosting, you and your family. I'm so glad that you had a great time and I appreciate you wonderful review. Thank you for taking care of our home, we look forward to having you again. Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith Mountain lake

It was a great property on the lake in a nice neighborhood! We had a good time with family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Kathy, Thank you for the positive review. We loved hosting you. We would love to host you and your family again. Do not hesitate to reach out to me for the future. Melissa Cholak
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great week at the lake!

We had an amazing time. Perfect for families with kids or just a group of friends. Loved all the games, two living room areas, kayaks, paddle boards, and incredible fishing right off the dock.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Joseph, We are so glad you had a great time. We loved hosting you and would love for you to come back. We also have a Beech Mountain Cabin if you are looking for another vacation this fall or winter. Have a great summer. Melissa Cholak
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Lovely property to stay at! We had a great time in such a relaxing and beautiful place! Swimming off the dock was awesome as it is away from the congested area of the lake so my kids and I were able to float around without being worried about big boats coming through.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family vacation

Our family had a lovely time at SML. House was as described, water was warm, sun was out! The kayaks and paddle boards along with life jackets made lake time fun and easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
We are so glad you had a good time. We love hearing about the fun you and your family had. We would love to host you again in the future. Have a wonderful summer, Melissa Cholak
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family vacation

The house was lively - lots of towels, well-stocked, very comfortable yet modern. We loved the quiet cove and the proximity to Bridgewater. We are a gaming family and it was so nice that Melissa provided us with so many fun games.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2022
Deb, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. It was wonderful to host you. I also love the games. There is nothing better than family and friends around a big table playing games on vacation. We look forward to having you stay with us again. Thank you for choosing our home for your vacation. Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter Family Gathering

Wonderful property! Very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed playing games at the large table and loved the open concept! We enjoyed kayaking and taking walks. It’s an absolute gorgeous location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Stacey, I am so glad you had a great time. Thank you for choosing our home for your getaway. We would love to host you all again. Please let me know if there are any future dates you are interested in. Have a great summer. Melissa Cholak
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation 2022

This is a beautiful property and is conveniently located. There are quit a few steps to the lake but they are manageable. The lake was great for all boating activities and fishing. The family enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it. Host was very easy to work with. Thanks for a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2022
Linda thank you for such a nice review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We absolutely loved hosting you and appreciate your buissness. Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

Very well maintained property. Fully functional absolutely no issues. If you're reading this and looking for a quiet retreat like place to stay this is it. You will not be disappointed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2023
Thank you for the kind words. We enjoyed hosting you all. We look forward to having you back again. - Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home on Smith Mountain Lake

We were in the area for our daughter's college graduation. We were a fairly large group and it was nice to be able to spread out. Three floors, two living room areas, a ping-pong table, and multiple decks with plenty of seating. This house was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Raymond, Thank you so much for the kind words in your review. We are so excited your family was able to get together and spend time after such an important date in your daughter's life. We are so glad that the home was perfect for all of you to enjoy time together. We look forward to you coming back in the future. Sincerely, The Cholak family.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Gathering

It was a wonderful experience renting this home. Home was spacious enough for the 9 of us. Home came with fully equipped kitchen. Owner made sure there were enough towels for all of us and was very responsive to any questions we had. Plenty of outside deck space and different level decks. Would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thank you for the review. I am so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the home. We would love to host you again. 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location on the lake

This house was tucked away in a cove which gave us privacy and a great location for the kids to splash around & paddle board without boats coming too close. The house was a great find. 9 people fit really well. Melissa was so great to work with. She was a readily available if I had any questions. Having all the towels and additional items stocked in the house, made packing super easy! Highly recommend this location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2022
Janet, I am so glad you had a good trip. It was a pleasure to host you and your family. It was so easy to work with you as you communicated efficiently and clearly. Iwas happy to hear that having the house pre-stocked made your life easier to relax. My goal is for things to be easy for my guests when they are going into vacation mode. I can't wait to host you again at the lake or in Beech Mountain in the future. Sincerely, Melissa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home in a Fantastic Location

This home was immaculate, which we noticed when we first walked in. The view is fabulous. This is, by far, the best VRBO we've ever stayed in. The kitchen was stocked with spices, condiments, coffee, and tea. There were seven of us, and we were very comfortable. There was plenty of space inside, with lovely decks on the outside. I highly recommend this home, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway

We had a wonderful stay at Smith Mountain Lake. The house was clean and felt wonderfully homey- it was the perfect setup for our extended family for thanksgiving (three bedrooms upstairs and overflow room in the basement with a pullout couch. Had everything needed for a full Thanksgiving meal! Host was very accommodating and immediately responsive when we had to contact her by phone during our stay with a question. It’s on a nice quiet part of the water and having 2 kayaks to explore further out into the water was great - and a great selection of life jackets for all sizes!!! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this house to anyone and hope to come back and stay at SML again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves here. This is a great house and perfect for what we needed. It is very nice, well decorated and comfortable beds. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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