Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove

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A wooden deck with a single lounge chair and a table, overlooking a calm body of water with boats and a distant shoreline.
A lakeside cabin with a covered dock, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A living room with a red sofa, a coffee table with children's toys, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A living room with a blue sofa, red armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV on the wall.
A cozy room with a built-in bed, a cat tree, and a small table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Smith Mountain Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Eagles Roost
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Haven Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Haven Marina and Virginia Dare Cruises & 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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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Eagles Roost - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Liberty University - 53 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬56 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castaway - Family-friendly with a dog in protected cove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Smith Mountain Lake and Lake Haven Marina. Mars Hill and Smith Mountain Lake State Park are also within 3 miles (5 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. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice location with easy access to marinas and restaurants

We had a wonderful time. Nice cove to paddle board and kayak. In addition close proximity to marinas for boar rentals
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home, beautiful lake view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

What an adorable place! Absolutely perfect for a relaxing family vacation! So many lovely little surprises!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back for another visit soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

The house was perfect for our family. A great slope down to the water, just what you need in the kitchen and beds were comfortable. Deep water at the dock was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very good and we enjoyed it. We did have issue with coffee maker and there was no toaster but resy was great. Might ba a good idea to have a few cayaks available.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine. House could use some updating in the kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic location

The house is really nice with a mild walk down to a very large and nice dock. Lots of deer around the property and a short driving distance to multiple places to get groceries. Note to future guests - the house has a weird mix of 8 kitchen items you probably dont need 8 of but then only 1 spatula hah. So id bring a small set of your favorite kitchen items.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Castaway

We booked this property on fairly short notice as a getaway for Independence Day week. This was our first time visiting Smith Mountain Lake. The house and location were absolutely perfect for our family of four and our dog! The house was very clean and comfortable. It's located in a deep "no wake" cove on Smith Mountain Lake close to Parkway Marina. Being able to dock our boat at the boathouse located on the property made boating very convenient. The house had three bedrooms and a full bath upstairs as well as a full bath downstairs and a large daybed. The back yard is a hill that leads down to the boathouse. While staying at the property we enjoyed boating on the lake, horseback riding at Spring Valley Farm, and taking a sightseeing airplane ride with Smith Mountain Lake Aviation located just up the road from the property. Overall, we had a relaxing and memorable time and can't wait to stay at this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your getaway at our Smith Mountain Lake property was a success for you and your family, including your dog. We are happy that the house and location suited your needs and that you found everything clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We agree that the "no wake" cove and proximity to Parkway Marina are great features, offering both convenience and tranquility for boating. We appreciate your kind words and that you're already looking forward to returning. The fall is a great time to get back to the lake. Things are more relaxed, and the changing of the leaves is lovely to see.
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