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Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock

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A log cabin interior with a large leather sofa, a stone fireplace, and a large window overlooking the forest.
A fire pit surrounded by stone and wood, set in a natural landscape with trees and a lake.
A bar area with wooden doors, shelves with liquor bottles, and signs for 'Beer,' 'Whiskey,' and 'Wine.'
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a dining area.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Smith Mountain Lake
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom_1

1 King Bed

Bedroom_2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom_3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom_4

1 King Bed

Bedroom_5

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom_1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock

Experience Smith Mountain Lake in Cabin on the Cove, a gorgeous dog-friendly log home located on a five-acre wooded lot providing privacy, yet also convenient to restaurants, marinas, and shopping. This spacious and well-appointed home has plenty of room for a large family and offers a true lake atmosphere with wood beams and expansive windows for wonderful lake views.

The main level offers a well-equipped kitchen, a great room, a primary suite with a private balcony, and two guest bedrooms that share a bath. The lower level provides another primary suite, a guest suite, a family room, a game area, and a wet bar. The loft area has extra sleeping space as well.

The huge 2,200-square-foot dock gives you plenty of room to tie up your boats or personal watercraft, fish, sunbathe, or just enjoy the view. Swimming and floating is ideal in this wide water cove.

Also, this home offers plenty of opportunities to keep everyone entertained with seven TVs, shuffleboard, foosball, air hockey, electronic darts, Xbox (bring your own games), and a canoe.

For those who prefer a more laidback vacation, there is a hammock on the deck to enjoy the summer breeze, a covered porch for shade, and a lower patio for grilling (gas grill and flat-top gas grill available).

THINGS TO KNOW
Max occupancy is 12 people over the age of two years old (county and state law).

Dock Details: Limit 2 boats can be docked during stay.
BOAT LIFTS NOT FOR GUEST USE.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children allowed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5210498vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crystal Shores Marina and Hickory Hill Vineyards 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Berglund Center - 48 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Valley View Mall - 53 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Liberty University - 53 min drive - 72.2 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake House Beanery - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock?

As of 9 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock on 18 Oct, 2026 start from S$3,232, 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 Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on the Cove - Luxe Lakefront Pet Friendly Cabin on 5 acres with huge dock located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great dock, comfortable home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2026
Thank you. We would love to host you and your family again at the lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised - this home/property was the prime reason for a great stay in Moneta, VA. The layout of the house was spacious, well appointed, and a perfect layout for relaxing with our family. The dock area was awesome—great for unwinding and really enjoying the lake/cove. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful lake getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place for Extended Family

Perfect location, perfect views, perfect amount of space! Loved our stay and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Vacation Place

It’s a wonderful, cozy house. The lake access is easy to walk…not too many stairs and has rails. The lake is clean and the paddle boat and boards were fun to use.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent home

Fantastic house and accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation!

This property is well stocked with everything you need to have a wonderful family vacation. The recent upgrades are fantastic!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet peaceful stay

We really enjoyed this lake house vacation. The accommodations were top notch. The boat house provided a beautiful view of the lake.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great experience!

Lovely cabin on a lovely lake. Lots of stuff for the kids to do and amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very nice house and grounds. Would stay again with no reservations
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for letting us know about your stay! We are glad to hear you all enjoyed the home. We hope to see you all again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with everything you need. Wish it had a hot tub. Amazing games in the basement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good stay

Good stay
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great dock

The property was fantastic and the dock was amazing. Great service from property managers as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review and feedback regarding this property and our staff!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent Stay

Great property with excellent location. We had a great time! Cleaning team needs to be re-trained, but overall the property suited us all very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We appreciate your review and will pass this on to the appropriate parties!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for family vacation

We truly enjoyed our stay at the cabin. The home had great space with plenty of room! One of the best treats was the dock and being able to enjoy the outdoors with plenty of room for the whole family. We loved the location and the lake in general.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been coming to SML for about 30 years now and we would rate this house in the top 5 of the houses we've rented. The house was very comfortable, the dock is great, the kitchen had everything we needed for our multiple families of 12 people. We had a great time in the game room, enjoying our annual ping pong tournament!We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family cabin

We had a great visit to this property. Everyone was comfortable! We had 11 adults and 5 children and everyone had plenty of space. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect long weekend

The location, house, yard, and dock are absolutely perfect. The rental staff was so friendly and easy to work with. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review Jared. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and found our staff to be easy to work with! Can't wait to have you return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property

We had a great week at the lake! Loved the house and the huge dock!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We are so glad to hear to this. We hope to see you again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th Birthday Getaway

The house was beautiful and very clean and spacious. The dock was beautiful and fun and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for letting us know about your stay! We are glad to hear that you all enjoyed the home and time spent here at the lake. We hope you all return for another fun vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was really nice except the heater did not work on the main floor
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great gateway!

House and dock were amazing. Pleanty to do and space for the kids. Loved the property! Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We are glad to hear you all enjoyed your stay! We hope you all do come back again next year. If you ever need anything, just let us know! Thank you for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous western style cabin with lots of bedrooms and entertaining area. Excellent boat dock.

Great time visiting with kids, grandkids, and other family members after a year of Covid. Lots of entertainment for grandkids and adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for letting us know know about your stay! We hope you come back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Lake House Experience

This place checks all the boxes for the ideal lake trip. Modern, comfortable, and missing nothing. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review and we look forward to seeing you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

The Cabin on the Cove was superb. The dock was amazing and the indoor activities were plentiful when needed due to rain. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Casago SML

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Professionally managed by an established vacation rental and property management firm, local to Smith Mountain Lake. Casago SML is a licensed VA real estate broker, Judith "Judi" Crane, Principle Broker. All guest funds are maintained in a Trust Account in a bank in Virginia.
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