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Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub

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A pool area with a view of a lake, surrounded by greenery and a gazebo.
A spacious hallway with a marble floor, a wooden staircase, and a chandelier.
A large, multi-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by dense trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A lakeside outdoor seating area with four blue Adirondack chairs and a round table with a fire pit.
A paved pathway leading to a building with a blue door, surrounded by greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • 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
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wirtz, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Berglund Center
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Valley View Mall
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bottom Floor - Bunk Bed Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bottom Floor - Queen Size Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Main Level - Master King Bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Top Floor - Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Top Floor - Queen Size Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bottom Floor - Bunk Bed Bedroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bottom Floor - Queen Size Bedroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level - Half Bath

Toilet

Main Level - Master King Bedroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Top Floor - Queen Bedroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor - Queen Size Bedroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Wirtz

Located in Wirtz, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Grassy Hill Natural Area Preserve, while Booker T. Washington National Monument and Harvester Performance Center are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Wirtz, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 34 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Center in the Square - 35 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Berglund Center - 36 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Valley View Mall - 40 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 34 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnum Point Marina - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cowboy Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Old Oak Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub located?

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thank you Tony! We were happy to host your group!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thanks Dave, we are glad you enjoyed the place! Come on back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An awesome vacation spot. Loved the pool outside and the game room too, especially during the daily rain storms while we were there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Glad to have you, we hope you will return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd stay at the castle and it was just as fun!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thank you Jennifer! Glad you enjoyed it. We have been trying to update bit by bit but the home and the property (and decking) is just so massive that there is only so much you can do between stays! We certainly enjoyed hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house, great communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much Matt! We hope you will come back! Would love to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome game room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thank you Donna, Glad you enjoyed your stay! Would love to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castine getaway was just what we needed!! Peaceful, beautiful, and comfortable, we loved every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our family who came in from CA & FL for my son’s graduation. The kids and the adults LOVED the amazing arcade (pictures didn’t do it justice). Kept the kids off their phones! The kitchen was so well stocked with everything you could possibly want plus loved the double ovens & fridges! It was a bummer that the water level was so low in the lake as the view was more beach than lake but we absolutely loved the home & would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much Wendy! The drought has been crazy here! Folks are still coming to the lake and the summer is a great time to be by the pool! We enjoyed hosting you and hope you will return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three generations of family had a great time! Plenty to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We would love to host you again-come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family absolutely loved this property. It was so clean and well stocked with everything you needed, from the bathrooms to the kitchen.Kids are already asking to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
So happy to host your family and glad you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation

Our family had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
It was such a pleasure to host Connie and family! They were respectful, clean, and had great communication
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip 2

Great family fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation

Lovely house, unbelievable amenities and quiet location made for exactly what we were looking for in our first ever all family vacation. Loved the entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had fun, it was very unique
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous stay on the water

Beautiful home and location. So much to do, yet peaceful and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
It was such a pleasure to host Cathleen and guests! Very clean, respectful, and great communication. We would have them back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun!

Our stay was a pleasure in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2023
Clean, respectful, great communication. We would host them again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Thanks for your stay! We enjoyed hosting your party, come on back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun stays!

We had a blast!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Such amazing guests! They were great to host and we'd welcome them back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had challenging weather but still had lots of fun. The lake was in a drought, so too low to go boating, and we had cool rainy weather our entire stay, so we hardly used the pool. Fortunately, the house had more than enough to keep us busy. The photos of the arcade in the listing are an understatement. The kids and adults stayed busy playing games, using the hot tub, enjoying the massage chair. and watching tv. We were pleasantly surprised by how little of the arcade noise you could hear in the bedrooms, which are spaced away from the arcade. We had some minor maintenance issues during our stay, and the hosts were incredibly responsive, showing up within an hour to completely resolve the concerns. The home is well-stocked with toiletries and whatever you might have forgotten at home. The kitchen has plenty of coffee and tea available as well as basic spices. My kids have already asked when we can go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2026
Thank you Jill for your review. The drought this year has been hard on all SML rentals. The arcade is one of our most loved features and esp. if there happens to be rainy weather! You were a great guest and we hope you will return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Keith

This place was absolutely amazing. The owners were great with answering any questions I had. My friends and I will be back. Highly recommend this beautiful house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Glad you had a great time! We were happy to host you! See you soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Long Weekend Stay

Amazing property! Beautiful home on SML that had everything and more for us to have fun and relax. Thank you to the owner, we appreciate all you have done to make Blackwater Castle an unforgettable experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2024
We appreciate you staying at the castle, you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was nice! Host (Jamie) extremely responsive!! No TV’s in the bedrooms, thought that was going to be an issue- turned out to be great, since we all sat around and actually chatted etc!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family vacation in beautiful house!

We had a great family vacation at the castle - we loved that the bedrooms were spacious and many had en suite bathrooms, the pool was so clean and spending time in the pool with all the water toys provided was everyone’s favorite part of the trip! The arcade downstairs was super fun for all too. The lakefront at the house was a bit muddy when we went so we didn’t swim there but enjoyed the kayaks! The location is convenient to different places we wanted to go and we especially loved the smith mountain lake beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
This house is definitely a family house for making vacation memories! We are so glad you had a great time! Please come back and visit again soon~!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Get-a-way

Had a nice time with family and friends at the Castle. Kiddos thoroughly enjoyed game room and all the property had to offer. Would love to come back in season to do some fishing and boating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2024
Thank you Charlie, we were pleased to host you! Please come back - fishing at SML is very good!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An excellent time!

My friends and I stayed here for a long weekend and had a wonderful time. From the arcade to the fire pit to fishing on the dock there was something for everyone! Great communication from the hosts and overall we all had a wonderful time. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov, 2024
It was a pleasure to host Mike and friends! We would welcome them back any time :) Clean, respectful, and great communication
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