We completely enjoyed our time at this rental. We've been coming to Smith Mountain Lake every summer for several years, so we have a pretty well-honed checklist of what we're looking for now: open but cozy living area, big kitchen for group cooking, deck with both sunshine and cover, a dock that's easy to use for boating and swimming, and a firepit for evening cookouts.
This house has all that and more. We were impressed with not just one but two comfortable living areas, one on the first floor and one in the basement, that made for fun gatherings the whole week. The kitchen's large counterspace, refrigerator, and pantry made every meal go smoothly. The deck space was perfect for morning coffee or sunset sitting. Lastly - and this is something that can't be overstated - it is a smooth incline down to the dock, compared to lots of lake properties that have extreme slopes and dicey stairs.
We loved this property and would love to rent it again if available!