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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Smith Mountain Lake
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Balcony
Spa pool on site
Private pool
On-site fitness centre
Arcade/game room
Barbecue
Explore the area
Wirtz, VA
Smith Mountain Lake
Place, Smith Mountain Lake
1 min walk
Berglund Center
Place, Berglund Center
36 min drive
Salem Civic Center
Place, Salem Civic Center
51 min drive
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
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
About this property
Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub
Spectacular private estate on 5.8 acres with 1,800' shoreline, surrounded by water on 3-sides. This 7,087 sq.ft. 3-story French Chateau castle with lake views from every room has large outside pool, 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bathrooms, inside hot tub, exercise room, wet bar, spectacular game rooms, library, smart TV in the living room and 1 more TV in the game room, and Wi-Fi. Everything in the house is custom made and unique. Linens, bath towels and beach towels provided. Check-in time is 4pm, check-out time is 10am.
The Castle is on a quiet cove with very minimal boat traffic allowing you to have an amazing experience and enjoy nature without the constant noise from the boats that zip around in the main part of the lake. Long private drive and staggering views from the entire back of the house overlooking the pool and lake. Private covered boat slip and 4 adult kayaks (singles) and 2 youth kayaks you can use. 800 feet of gravel road through the forest lead to this hidden gem on the lake.
Bottom floor: -Large bedroom with queen size bed, pull out couch and and a private bathroom
-One small room with twin size bunk beds (sleeps two) with full bathroom next door
-Inside hot tub overlooking the lake
-Wet bar with full size refrigerator, large TV, pool table, ping pong table, shuffle board, air hockey, dome hockey, foosball, pac man, and chess table
-Large library
Main level: -Huge master bedroom with king size bed, pull out queen size sofa, huge his/hers walk-in closets, double sink, glass shower, and large soaking tub overlooking the lake
-Spacious kitchen with open breakfast nook with amazing lake views (two large refrigerators, one with water and ice maker, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee machine, a double oven, utensils, plates, cups, mugs, pots and pans, walk in pantry).
-Game closet with board games and some toys
-Dining room with high ceilings and a balcony overlooking the pool and the lake, large wooden table with 10 chairs, hutch and a china cabinet
-Huge living room with high ceilings, 75" smart TV, DirecTV, blue ray DVD player and WiFi internet
-Laundry room with washer, dryer and a sink
-Attached 3 car garage and plenty of parking on premises
Top floor: -One large bedroom with queen size bed, walk-in closet, lake view, and a private bathroom
-One large bedroom with queen size bed, pull out queen sofa and a private bathroom
Pool Area: -Large pool - the pool is seasonal and does not have a heater and will close down in the colder months. If you are unsure if the pool will be open during your stay please inquire with us
-Above ground firepit
-BBQ
-Lounge chairs
-Two outdoor dining tables with umbrella and 6 seats each
-There is an accessible dock, however there is not a boat ramp to load/unload boats into/out of the water at the lake so if you are bringing boats or jet ski's you will need to find a nearby ramp. The nearest location is Scruggs #8 boat ramp, 11mi from the Castle. 1755 Dudley Amos Rd, Moneta, VA 24121. There may be hours of operation and fees associated to park at this location. Also, the electricity company (AEP) will drain water to generate electricity at the dam which may lower the water level. We are not responsible for the water level of the lake or the cleanliness or debris in the lake.
-No additional guests as we must adhere to the county occupancy limits and the house will not accommodate more than the listed maximum guests, so no parties or events allowed.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
All tv/entertainment remotes are in their respected areas.
Kayaks and other lake items are put back into the boathouse.
Make sure all umbrellas are down and pool items are back in the brown containers outside the basement doors, all large floats can be on top of the brown containers.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property, arcade/games, pool table, etc caused by you or your party during your stay.
The trash truck comes every Wednesday morning. Please make sure your cars are out of the way so the truck has room to turn around in the driveway
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2628131vb
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
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 Smith Mountain Lake Community Park, 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.
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
Salem Civic Center - 51 min drive - 63.7 km
Getting around
Roanoke Station - 37 min drive
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 12 min drive
Napoli Cowboy Restaurant - 7 min drive
Magnum Point Marina - 20 min drive
Magnum Point Restaurant - 20 min drive
Wendy's - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blackwater Castle w/ Private Pool, Arcade, Hot Tub on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,119, 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.
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
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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!
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!
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!
Linda W.
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!
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!
Keith C.
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!
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!
Reena P.
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~!
Another great weekend with family. Second time we have rented this property. The only negative was on Saturday night a water tanker dumped COLD water into the pool and it was freezing the next day so couldn’t use the pool much.
Nancy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
So glad you came back-we really appreciate your stays! Thank you so much for staying with us!
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!!
Pete L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back anytime!
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.
We bumped into this vrbo listing with pictures of an in-house arcade and knew we would be staying here. It was awesome. Truly a unique home on a beautiful property overlooking a quiet part of the lake. Lots to do. Jamie was fantastic when we had any questions and had great recommendations for where to go when we wanted to go out. Awesome trip.
Brad A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thanks for staying with us! Glad you had a good time!
Such amazing guests! They were great to host and we'd welcome them back any time!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sue W.
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
overall a nice location but property is overgrown, rotting at stairwell to lake and around land making it a safety issue. the interior is outdated and several of the games did not workotherwise it is a nice place
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!
Mike D.
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
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!
Michael P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
We appreciate you staying at the castle, you're welcome back any time!
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.
Charlie W.
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!