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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Office 1
1 Double Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more!
As its name and address would suggest, Pine Haven is tucked away in a quiet stand of pines on the eastern shore of Smith Mountain Lake and is awaiting your arrival! This custom lakefront home completed in 2017 still feels and looks like new and would be a candidate for anyone’s “A” list of top vacation destinations.
This spacious home boasts four beautifully furnished and well-appointed bedrooms, three and a half baths, a vaulted ceiling great room with stone fireplace and Sony flat screen TV, lighted curio cabinets, hickory flooring and knotty alder doors, premium granite top kitchen with the finest JennAir appliances, separate dining and breakfast areas overlooking the lake, and a walk-out gathering room with brand new sectional sofa, Sony 4K TV and kitchenette.
Whew! Take a breath and read on. There is a composite deck (no nails or splinters!) with retractable awning, an inground salt water pool (summer uae only), large paver patio, eight person hot tub, stone fire pit with composite Adirondack chairs, a gas Weber grill on the deck, Sonos surround sound throughout the living and outdoor areas, and a covered deep water dock to serve as a launch pad for all your water activities. There is ample paved parking for multiple vehicles and even a back-up whole house generator in the unlikely event power is lost during your stay. Internet and cable TV are included at no added cost.
Pine Haven is located in a quiet cove behind one of our favorite lakeside stops, Mitchell’s Point Marina where, in the warmer months you can rent the watercraft or water toys of your choice, enjoy mouth watering outdoor dining and live music at Mitchell’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, and cheat on your diet at the home dipped ice cream hut out front. The view from the home and dock is mostly of the large surrounding cove and community but, if you look above the tree tops, you’ll also catch the peak of the lake’s namesake, Smith Mountain.
If you’re new to Smith Mountain Lake, you’ll be swept away by the quality of life here. SML, as its known locally, is considered one of the top 10 fresh water lakes in the country and offers limitless boating and water based recreational activities. There are nearly two dozen marinas, a dozen lakeside restaurants, and enough open water to accommodate everything from slalom skiers to poker runs and professional fishing tournaments. Did we mention that it has 500 miles of shoreline?
The water is clean and weed-free and bugs are practically non-existent. Mosquitoes are on the endangered species list (not really, but you get the point.)
Pine Haven is the perfect destination for your family getaway or corporate retreat. But be forewarned – leaving it at the end of your stay may be harder than you think!
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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 deadlock
About the area
Huddleston
Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven 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 hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
Liberty University - 55 min drive - 70.7 km
Berglund Center - 61 min drive - 71.5 km
Center in the Square - 62 min drive - 71.5 km
Getting around
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
Mitchell's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Mexico Viejo at Penhook - 47 min drive
Napoli By The Lake - 46 min drive
Lumpkins Grill - 50 min drive
The Blackwater Cafe - 40 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more!?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more! on 5 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,108, 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 Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful lakeside family or corporate retreat with pool, hot tub, and more! located?
This family-friendly Huddleston holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Leesville Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We very much enjoyed the house, the property, the neighborhood, and the lake. The house had plenty of space for all of us and easy access to the lake. The neighborhood itself was friendly and quite (we were there in the off season). The location of the house also provides convenient access to most restaurants and shops on the east side of the lake.We also found the hosts to be very communicative / responded quickly.10/10 would recommend for familes.
Beautiful home with amazing location and excellent views. Having the ability to bring your boat and dock it right at the house it’s such a huge bonus. The house is immaculate and has everything you would need for whatever you wanted to do. Be that stay in and cook a gourmet meal or just relax and take a break. This is our second stay and everyone has enjoyed it immensely both times. The Host is excellent with communication, friendly and was very helpful with information we had requested. Definitely will be back to this great house!
Todd C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2026
Thanks Todd! Very glad you enjoyed your stay again. Hope you can catch the winner next time!
Best regards,
Dennis and Mary Ann
Everything was great about this property. Beautiful home. Well appointed. Hope to visit again. My only complaint is that we couldn’t have stayed longer!
Had a wonderful stay at this lakeside retreat. The amenities are unmatched for the area with the hot tub, pool, dock and fire pit. The view of the lake also cannot be beat. It is conveniently located near the state park, marina and grocery store. The owners are very nice and came by to say hello while retrieving their boat one of the nights. We have already booked for next year.
The house was beautiful and spacious - the setting on the lake, with a pool and dock, was very inviting.Our whole family enjoyed the house for the week.The place was well-maintained and had everything we needed to relax and enjoy. Would do it again.
Incredible home. Just as described- actually it’s even better in person. Didn’t get to enjoy the pool, as it’s too late in the year but you couldn’t ask for anything more. This house truly has it all. It was the perfect spot for our trip. Spotless, has every amenity you could want. Lots of parking. The boat dock was perfect for our boats to tie up to. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! 12/10!
We absolutely loved this property. We loved the location. It is right near Mitchell’s for fueling boats. We always like to stay down in this area when we come to lake - closer to dam and mountains. The house was clean and beautiful. The back area pool, hot tub and fire pit is gorgeous and so nice to hang out. The pool felt great and was heated. Just a perfect place for our family of 8 to spend a long weekend. We will definitely be back. Best meal at Napoli on the Lake.
This was the best house yet we’ve stayed in and plan to return next year. Fabulous location. Gorgeous house - great amenities! Love the kitchen! Great communication with the owner. Easy walk down to the lake beautiful view!
My family (children and grandchildren) enjoyed the house for the 2nd year in a row. SML has become our favorite summer destination. It is a beautiful property in a great location. We rented a boat and wave runners for the week but as we travelled with little children the pool is a necessity. I do highly recommend this rental if you are visiting SML just leave me a week in August! Thanks for sharing your amazing home Dennis and Mary Ann
Jennifer B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Very sorry to be so late responding, but wanted to say thank you for your very positive review and especially for the photo of your beautiful family! Hope the rest of your summer has gone well!
Hope to see you next year!
Dennis and Mary Ann
Rented this place for the weekend to celebrate a birthday. Great spot to get together with friends. House and stay were great. Only thing I have to say is that the cleaning / check out process was a little unreasonable.
The home is spacious and beautiful. It was very hot during our stay so the saltwater pool and lake were very much utilized. We did rent a boat for the day and the kids and adults loved the tubing. Dennis and Mary Ann are great owners and made themselves available if needed. This was are second stay at this home.
What a gem! We stayed at this house this September, and it was perfect in every respect. The location is awesome — secluded and private, with direct access to the lake, and a dock that we could use to tie our boat. The house is appointed with such an exquisite taste that it makes you think of Newport mansions, yet it has a charm and homey feel of a family house, has every modern fixture, and is spotless-clean. Dennis is an excellent host: prompt and clear with communications, welcoming and a pleasure to deal with. We cannot recommend this property highly enough!Andrey
Andrey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words! Very happy you enjoyed your stay! And thanks for taking outstanding care of our home! You're welcome back anytime!
Dennis and Mary Ann
We have spent 2 days (who seemed longer) in this beautiful and restful house. Everything is immaculate the spot is fabulous just on the lake. . We highly recommend for a restful nice and resourcing break.
The house was everything we hoped it would be. Each family unit had their own space but it also had great spaces for family gatherings. It was a wonderful vacation week in a wonderful home.
Denise V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Denise,
Thank you for the positive review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay at Pine Haven!
We look forward to having you as our guests again!
Dennis and Mary Ann
House was great. We rented for our daughters college graduation and it was perfect for the whole family.
Stacey C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dennis and Mary Ann Derr
The owners, Mary Ann and Dennis Derr, are full time residents on Smith Mountain Lake and were formerly short term renters, just like you! We vacationed here with our extended family for many years, falling a bit more in love with the lake and the area each time we came, and finally made the commitment to build and move here full time. And we haven't looked back!
Why they chose this property
Our goal is to provide you, your family, friends, and associates experiences and memories that will last a lifetime! We love it here as do most other people who experience lake life at SML and will do our best to provide you with a comfortable and fun place to stay.
What makes this property unique
Enjoy unlimited water activities, both on the lake and in your own private pool and hot tub, during your stay. If you rent a boat or other watercraft, you can tie it up to the dock, hang out there and jump in to cool off, or cast a line to catch that big one lurking nearby! Nearby Mitchell's Marina offers a variety of watercraft rentals and some of the best food and live music on the lake during the extended summer months. There are more restaurants and shopping opportunities accessible by boat and even SML's famous ice cream boat that dispenses treats on demand for both young and old!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests