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Beautiful, quiet, deep cove and very conducive to rest and relaxation and FUN.
Lake
Master bedroom opening onto the deck.
Downstairs family room opening to covered patio.
Fire place in downstairs family room.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .

Recently Modernized Home, Decks, and Docks within the last year. Our lake house is located on a quiet, deep water cove, which can be enjoyed from the large deck or the downstairs covered patio.
The upstairs has a fully equipped kitchen with bar. The living room and dining area look at the lake through sliding glass doors which open on to the very spacious fully furnished deck. Two picnic tables and outdoor furniture cover the deck. There are two bedrooms and a bath with the Master Bedroom opening onto the deck through sliding glass doors which offers a beautiful view of Smith Mountain Lake. Our home is conducive to total relaxation and fun for the entire family.
The downstairs opens to a covered patio from the den. This patio is amply furnished with a swing, corn hole set, fire ring, picnic table, and gas grill. There are 2 bedrooms with full size beds providing beautiful views of the lake and a utility room containing a washer, dryer and refrigerator.
Highspeed WiFi access.
The house has central air and heat. There are ceiling fans in all of the bedrooms.
A lighted walkway with a handrail provides easy access to the lake. A "snack shack", bi-level docks and a large sun deck. New decking and handrails installed last summer. There is both a refrigerator and microwave for your use in the Snack Shack. Two kayaks, one canoe along with a pedal boat for playing in the cove . The dock has an area for a boat to be tied along with ladders to exit the water when swimming .
A floating dock is anchored near shore to enjoy the sun.
Adjacent to the driveway to the lake house there is a 5 acre park with tennis and pickle ball courts, along with a basketball goal. Outside the courts, there is a soccer goal along with ample room for exploring. We try to have some recreation equipment for the ball courts onhand but we encourage to bring along rackets if interested .
A floating dock is anchored near shore to enjoy the sun.
We are conveniently located close to several wineries, grocery stores, Bridgewater Plaza, and public boat launch.
We accept a dog with a $250 fee but please notify the owner. A dog waste disposal station is located near the bottom of the steps off deck and we ask to please empty along with trash at the end of your stay .
Adjacent to the driveway to the lake house there is a 5 acre park with tennis and pickle ball courts, along with a basketball goal. Outside the courts, there is a soccer goal along with ample room for exploring. We try to have some recreation equipment for the ball courts onhand but we encourage to bring along rackets .
Thanks for taking a look at our home and glad to answer any questions about the area or your interests.

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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Moneta

Located in High Point, a neighbourhood in Moneta, this holiday home is near a water park 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 48 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Liberty University - 52 min drive - 70.1 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lago Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Edo Grill and Sushi - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 . pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

As of 25 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 . on 8 Apr, 2026 start from S$321, 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 Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 . located?

This family-friendly Moneta holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Hickory Hill Vineyards. Crystal Shores Marina and Moneta Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Branden S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatly enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and loved the outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a very good place for family, plenty of room inside and out. Beautiful view of the lake and the dock and swimming area are great. The hosts were fantastic. We enjoyed the kayaks and being in a cove means no boat traffic. We would love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wanda R.

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

Labor Day Weekend 2024

We had a wonderful stay. The decks and the views were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

Just about perfect

The only drawback I was unaware of prior to the stay was there would be no towels. The 10 min drive to Food Lion is convenient if you forget anything. Everything else was great as described, excellent communication with Jack prior to stay and flexibility for check-in. Inside the home was clean, no sign of any pests during stay. I would absolutely stay again and recommend for others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jess H.

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

Great location

Great spot. House is a little dated but we liked it. Outside areas are great. Dock and bar are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ariana G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As described

Accurate to the description. Dock and cove location is the nice part. Reviews are on point from past guest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

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

Great time on the lake

Everything went well and easy. Check in. Great location in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

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

Great location, but outdated

Perfect place for those wanting to spend more time on the water with close proximity to boat rental, restaurants, and grocery. And its a good place for those wanting to spend more time at the lakehouse.... has what you need but the place could use a good update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aaron D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location and homesite

The downstairs needed some deep cleaning and bug dis infestation. Over all the home was suitable, it just needs some updates. We enjoyed our stay tho.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Beautiful water

Nice to have a fridge, kayaks and shade at the dock. Pickle ball and basketball courts were convenient and in good shape. Steep driveway and stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ashley G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location, house in need of repairs

The floors were in desperate need of sweeping, the basement door is falling apart and won't stay open unless propped, the mattress covers need to be replaced. The location on the lake is great and close to rental facilities, but I wouldn't stay here again. Thankfully the toilets were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dr. Maria D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disgusting and unhygienic. Black mold. Unsafe and full of bugs and cobwebs. We had to clean it. Broken furniture. Feces smeared on upstairs toilet. Kitchen dirty and sticky. Owner ghosted us once we complained. Complained to VRBO with pictures of all our complaints. Too many to name. VRBO said owner didn’t respond to their call. Still don’t know if we’ll get refunded. Don’t book this place!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Harry O.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Very disappointing

Roaches. Filthy. Mold. Mildew. Sewer smell. Poorly equipped for vacation home. Poorly maintained. Unsafe dock area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charlet L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not all "Making Memories" are good memories.

Kitchen was not clean. We had to clean dishes (greasy) and clean the oven. Beds were not comfortable. My 12 year old niece was climbing out of the lake and the stairs attached to the dock board pulled off. We stayed 3 nights on the 2nd night the AC quit working and stayed off until after we left 11/2 later. Although the owners seemed nice enough the property is very old. Only 2 of the smoke detectors worked. The railing going to the bottom floor was inadequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Stay!

We did a long weekend at Making Memories and the whole experience was amazing! The location is great for a group: the cove allowed us to all float in tubes, or scoot around on the Wimmer's paddle boat. We rented a boat and jet ski through Captains Quarters and it was only moments drive away (by boat) and maybe 10/15 minutes by car. The best day was really staying at the dock, taking turns on the jet ski or just swimming around. The house layout was perfect for 4 couples with 2 bedrooms and one bath upstairs and 2 bedrooms and one bath downstairs. It was a hot weekend but the A/C and ceiling fans kept us very comfortable while inside. The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked all of our meals in the house. I gave 3 stars for cleanliness simply because it is what it is: a lakehouse! We expect some bugs, some debris, nothing was offensive and it worked for us. I would might be a little cautious with bringing younger children as there are a lot of stairs and an open staircase to the basement. For an adult get-together, it was great and we hope to return every summer! If I had a question, Ann responded quickly and was super kind. Checkin and checkout was a breeze. Thanks for all the wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Peaceful cabin

Great trip w/ my husband, 2 kids, & dog. Contacted owner 48 hrs before the trip to make sure it was ok to book & were told yes, confirmed next day. Put the boat in & parked truck on Thurs night, didn’t have to get in the truck again until heading home tues. Took boat to coffee,dinners,ice cream, etc. Full kitchen at the house w/ everything we needed to make meals. The house is in a wooded, secluded location which we much preferred over the more open areas of the lake. The cove is very calm/peaceful & we were able to fish, swim, & relax off the dock. We rent 5+ rentals a year & I’ve never posted a complaint before, but I tried to discuss this w/ the owner & was dismissed. House was filthy. Kitchen floors had food stuck to ground, coffee stains, etc. Trash & dirty socks poking out from beds. Dead bugs on bathroom counter/floor. Pill on couch. Random nails,tools,etc in the house. Leaf blower at kitchen table, maybe so we could blow off the deck, which was too dirty to sit on. I contacted the owner immediately & he said was sorry for food in the fridge, but he swiffered the floors himself & it was clean. No. It was disgusting. House has a cleaning fee, so I expected the house to be clean. If the house is not getting cleaned, there should be no cleaning fee, & we also would not have stayed there as it was not a cheap trip. Also, kayaks & pedal boat are just on the ground outside, one filled with water, the others with spiders & bugs & not usable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Linda I.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Guest beware!!

As with the last reviewer (who checked out 2 days before we arrived), we found the house extremely dirty. Upon entering my son immediately knocked down cobwebs throughout while my husband swept and mopped the floors We felt the need to wash anything we were about to consume food or drink from. The dishes and cabinets had bugs throughout. Dirt and debris consisting of water bottles and used tissues for example were found under every bed in the house. Dirty doors, lampshades, curtains…the list of downright filth goes on and on. This home is not sanitary and in need of a thorough top to bottom professional cleaning. I reached out to the owner letting her know the cleaner was doing her a disservice, but she denied my claims even after the series of pictures I sent saying they had been there and everything was in great condition. This family is in total denial, going as far as accusing me of scamming them for the cleaning deposit and merely copying the previous review. Unfortunately the capability of sharing photos here is nonexistent. I also stated the dishwasher wasn’t working (which of course I realized after it was full and ready to be run), the upper deck rail is compromised, which is potentially dangerous and of a suspected electrical problem.They believed none of it. There was no indication in the listing there isn’t trash pickup. A directive posted on the refrigerator informed us where the dump was located and that we needed to take the trash there ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john m.

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

Great location

We brought our boat and enjoyed a week in July. Quiet cove excellent for swimming and great location on the lake. House is as described, dated but functional. Rear of house faces north so you’re in shade most of the time on the rear porches, which I think was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Pam R.

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

Making memories

My family and I very much enjoyed our stay and the location and view were amazing. The upper level of the house was very nice, the lower level was was very dated but supplied extra space for our family. The docks were great for the kids to fish off of and dock our boats. The only drawback was that they don’t allow us to bring our dog.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

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

Awesome stay!

Everything was great! Will definitely be going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Nice and quiet and lots of shade. Could sit on the deck without sweating to much. Good place to relax and unwind. Probably very pretty in the fall
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

Fun time

Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great trip

Enjoyed our stay very much. The cove is quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views/location but a little outdated

Overall, we had a good experience at this property. The view from the lake house was great and we also enjoyed the dock and floating dock - including the fun jump off from the sun deck dock! The location of the cove was convenient and private. There was a tree in the way of where it looked like we should have docked our boat, but it worked out because we could tie to the other side. My biggest concern was the beds, they were not very comfortable and quite squeaky. We also did not realize this property did not include sheets or bath towels - which is fine, but I wish it was more apparent on the description, so we could have brought our own. The grill also appeared to be leaking gas, so we were not able to use that either. The core of the place was quite nice, but I think some updates would make it even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve B.

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

Great Location

It was nice being on a cove off the main waterway. Thoroughly enjoyed the dock, paddleboat and kayak. We also brought our paddle boards and were able to fish off the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jack or Ann Wimmer

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Jack and I live in Salem ,VA We are both retired. I am a school teacher and Jack is an Electrical Engineer. We have 3 children and along with their Dad all have graduated from Virginia Tech. The family has always enjoyed playing in the Sun outdoors and the close proximity to Roanoke attracted us.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property and built the house . It was a family project for our family adding additions yearly. High point subdivisions have spacious lots on deep water coves .A wooded ridge is across from our home that will never be built upon .It is close enough to the main channel of the lake and Hales Ford Bridge but the cove is secluded for enjoying some serenity.

What makes this property unique

House is located on a quiet cove, with a spectacular view. It is very conducive to relaxation and we sometimes find ourselves sitting on the deck each morning for a couple of hours with our coffee. Along with our water toys, (canoe, kayaks, pedal boat) there are tennis courts, pickle ball court and a large park for games.

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