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Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More

Open layout living room with great water and mountain views

Overview
Amenities
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Location
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Exceptional

5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Penhook, VA

Smith Mountain Lake
‪2 min walk‬
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Smith Mountain Lake Community Park
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More

Come enjoy the best kept secret in VA and see what SML has to offer! Chateau Relaxeau is at the best location on the lake with breathtaking views of Smith Mountain and easy lake access to many restaurants, marinas, state park hiking trails, kids activities, parks, wineries, etc. There's plenty of space for large groups both indoor and out, 2 large stationary docks and 2 floating docks for enjoying the lake. 20’ and 16’.

The home features a spacious, open floor plan with large windows overlooking the lake providing amazing mountain views. Fully furnished with WiFi, 2 large LED TVs and lots of room for family/friends indoor and out. Provides all of the lake amenities that you could ask for, including 2 Kayaks for your enjoyment, a Raised Fire Pit Patio, Oversized Docks, Private Swimming Area from Floating Dock, Large Decks, Game/Rec Room, Large LED TVs, Foosball Table, Air Hockey table, Skee Ball Machine, WiFi, Washer/Dryer, Boat Anchoring and more!

Upstairs has a large living room with 60" Flat Panel TV, DVD Player, a well equipped kitchen for cooking and eating with large groups, and 4 bedrooms (see bed sizes below). Downstairs has a large Rec Room, Theater Area, Large 75" Flat Panel TV, Foosball, Card Table and 1 additional Bedroom. Both the upstairs and downstairs lead out to large outdoor spaces which are a convenient ways to enjoy the views and lake. Upper deck features 2 gas grills and abundant seating and tables for maximizing time outdoors even during meals.

Bedding info: GUESTS PROVIDE OWN BED SHEET SETS. Linens can also be rented from SML Lake Linen
Master Bedroom #1 - King
Bedroom #2 - Bunk Beds (twin over full)
Bedroom #3 - King
Bedroom #4 - Bunk Beds (twin over full)
Bedroom #5 - King

Property manager

Mark and Emily

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There is a nice side yard for playing.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Up to 2 dogs per fee. Must be house trained.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests use property, firepit, swim areas, decks and docks at their own risk. Owner holds no liability.

Important information

You need to know

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

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 a rural area 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 waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.

Penhook, VA

What's nearby

Smith Mountain Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lumpkins Marina - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Lakeside Marina - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Palmer's Marina - 21 min drive - 15.0 km
Bayside Marina & Yacht Club - 54 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪White House Restaurant - ‬56 min drive
‪Mitchell's - ‬53 min drive
‪Mexico Viejo - ‬44 min drive
‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬64 min drive
‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront with Amazing Mountain and Lake Views, Docks, Fire Pit, Kayaks and More located?

This family-friendly Penhook holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Lumpkins Marina. Lakeside Marina and Palmer's Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

19 May, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Graduation Celebration

Five day graduation celebration fo my daughter ans extended family

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Apr, 2025

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

Amazing!!

Mark and Emily have such a gem of a spot on smith mountain lake!! They are responsive and the house is located in such a great area of the lake. Tip, please get up early and see the beautiful sunrise! The view is incredible!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby M.

25 Apr, 2025

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

Best House on the Lake

Stayed for a long weekend with Family ( 8 adults and 1 baby). This home has the best views of the Lake and the Mountain. It will take your breath away when you first walk into the house. Check in was breeze and the house was exactly as described. The house has so much room for everyone. The dock is the best place to watch the sunrise- beautiful and relaxing! We hope to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

15 Sept, 2024

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

Late summer vacation!

Our stay was amazing! Perfect weather and the home had many extras left to make our stay more enjoyable!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica B.

12 Oct, 2024

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

Beautiful views

The best part about the whole experience is the view of the lake and mountains from the house.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce J.

6 Oct, 2024

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

Great Lake house

Beautiful view of the lake from a wonderful house that suited our group (2 families) perfectly. We rented a boat from a local marina and tied it up to one of the floating docks and used the other for fishing. Great stay - would definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Doug N.

19 Aug, 2023

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

Great stay

Everyone had a wonderful time, great quiet location. Everything you need to have a great time.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg W.

1 Sept, 2023

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

Great Lake vacation

Everything was great!

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

20 Aug, 2022

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

Lake house extraordinaire!

Wonderful property and had a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

6 Jun, 2023

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

Amazing home and location!

We had a great couple of days at the lake and enjoyed every minute of the home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

9 Sept, 2022

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

Great family property!

Spacious house with lots of amenities. We had a great time during our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

31 Oct, 2024

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

Great experience

Everything was as listed, beautiful house and views. We booked the house to spend time with family and friends from out of town. We fished, grilled and had fires at night. Hosts were great and replied quickly when we had questions. It was a wonderful weekend at this house.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade R.

18 Jun, 2024

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

Great Stay!

Had a great time. House was very cozy and had such a great view of the lake. Very quiet area with very little activity on the lake during our stay. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes/cookware and house was very clean. Will be back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

18 Oct, 2023

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

Ideal place to unwind and enjoy nature

The location on Smith Mountain Lake provided beautiful views from all angles. The property was well maintained, stocked with all the necessities, and had plenty of space for large family gatherings.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

emily J.

29 Apr, 2024

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

Great experience!

We stayed for a long weekend in April 2024. The check in process and communication from Emily before during and after our stay was great! We LOVED the views and the dock was great for our rented pontoon boat. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Summer at SML

The view of the lake from the house is fantastic! We had such a great time using the paddle boards and kayaks. This cove is a great, peaceful location but close enough to the bigger part of the lake if using a boat or jet ski. The house is well stocked and has a variety of games/entertainment. We definitely enjoyed our visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy m.

29 Apr, 2022

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

Beautiful!

Would definitely go again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

12 Nov, 2024

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

Lake Getaway

If you are looking to getaway for a relaxing vacation, then this is the place. The home is just as described in the listing. The sunrise/sunset lake views are amazing! There is plenty to do inside and outside of the house. There is plenty of room for everyone to sleep. The kitchen is fully stocked with all of the pots, pans, plates, and utensils you'd need. Our host was very responsive. We couldn't have asked for a better weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

20 Jul, 2024

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

Awesome house and location

We had a full house with 5 generations and everyone had a great time. The kids enjoyed the games as well as swimming right at the dock and making s'mores at the fire pit. The house had everything we needed and then some. Almost like being at home. If the opportunity arises we will stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

16 Jul, 2024

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

SML- Vacation 2024

The property is AWESOME! The property was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. The location was perfect, tucked away in a cove, which make it wonderful for our young grandkids to swim without boat traffic. the decks and docks made if perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks. Would recommend this location to all and would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

27 Jul, 2021

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

Family vacation

Our family enjoyed all the activities the lake house provided, the layout of the house accommodated our family perfectly The owners were very nice and helpful threw out our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

shannon M.

21 Jan, 2021

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

Great Stay

This home was everything that we needed for a winter get away. The space was perfect for everyone to be together, have fun, and be as active as they wanted to be. Both the indoors and outdoors were everything we could have asked for in our vacation. We would definitely visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

30 Jul, 2023

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

Family vacation

The location is private and peaceful. We enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks. House was roomy and laid out in a way that gave family members their own space. View was spectacular!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda W.

29 May, 2023

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

Perfect

Chateau Relaxeau was the perfect lakehouse for our family of 13. From the size to the supplies, all was great. The kitchen is so well stocked with just about anything you need. We had a wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

18 Aug, 2019

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

The Views

Great house, the view from the decks are absolutely amazing!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Emily

Our family has found Smith Mountain Lake to be a great place to escape the routine and enjoy quality time together. We are very happy to share SML with all of our guests and strive to make your stay relaxing, memorable and care-free!