Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock
Welcome to Surfside Cottage at Smith Mountain Lake! This professionally decorated, dog friendly lakefront home offers beautiful water views, spacious outdoor areas, a private dock, a new hot tub, a fire pit and more! With updates throughout, space for 6 guests and a central location, Surfside Cottage is the ideal vacation home to experience all that the lake has to offer.
Surfside Cottage is located in Moneta, which is on the Bedford County side of Smith Mountain Lake and close to everything! This prime location offers easy access to major roads, grocery stores, boat rentals, restaurants and activities, which are all within a short drive or boat ride. The house is on a quiet cove with low traffic and it's a quick 5 minute boat ride to the main channel. This lakeside location cannot be beat!
Home Layout Details: One level living with 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 queens) and 2 full bathrooms King bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a shower Queen bedrooms share the hall bathroom with a tub/shower combo Open concept common space with a updated kitchen, living and dining areas Updated kitchen which includes everything you need to prepare meals Enjoy meals at the island (2 stools) or the dining table overlooking the lake (4 stools) The living room has two sofas and a large flat screen TV and a dog bed for your furry guest A full size washer & dryer Outdoor Features: Private boat dock with a gently sloping walkway and stairs down to the lake from the house. The cove is plenty wide with easy access for any size boat and stays around 4 feet deep. Large covered porch overlooking the lake with a cozy seating area (perfect for morning coffee) and a dining table for 6 to enjoy meals outside New 6-person hot tub to enjoy with views of the lake Stone fire pit Yard with Adirondack chairs and plenty of space for your kids and dogs to play 2 kayaks and a canoe with a variety of life vests for use during your stay Outdoor grill
Extras Included: Up to 2 dogs with NO extra pet fee. We provide food bowls, gates for the porch, a few toys and plenty of yard space to explore ALL bath and bed linens: Bath linens for 6 guests (1 bath towel, 1 hand towel and 1 wash cloth per guest) All sheets & bedding is also provided along with extra pillows and blankets Kitchen towels Coffee (ground and k-pods), tea and filters A variety of spices and cooking essentials like aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc. Cleaning supplies & essentials like dish soap, a sponge, dishwasher liquid, laundry detergent, hand soap, countertop spray and trash bags. A starter supply of paper towels and toilet paper is also provided
The cottage is in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with about 15 homes, surrounded by farmland and gorgeous lake views. It's the perfect place to relax, let the kids (and dogs) play and enjoy nature. You'll even have a view of Smith Mountain on your way to the house! We know you'll love your stay at Surfside Cottage and we can't wait to welcome you to our lakeside getaway! *please note: we are currently renovating the basement level to make more space for guests, so it will not be accessible during your stay. But, rest assured there will not be any construction during your time at the cottage. There are two security cameras at the property which cover the front entrance door and basement door areas.
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Amenities
Hot tub
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Washing machine
Dryer
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Air conditioning
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Moneta
Located in Moneta, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Hickory Hill Vineyards and Crystal Shores 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.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
Berglund Center - 47 min drive - 52.5 km
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 49 min drive - 54.9 km
Liberty University - 52 min drive - 66.0 km
Getting around
Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 19 min drive
Edo Grill and Sushi - 14 min drive
Lago Pizza - 13 min drive
Napoli By The Lake - 33 min drive
Subway - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock on 24 Apr 2026 start from AU$421, 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 Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront 3BR home with hot tub, fire pit and private dock located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hickory Hill Vineyards and Crystal Shores Marina. Moneta Library and Halesford Harbor Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host was welcoming and very responsive. The house was well equipped with everything we needed and the kids liked that they got the same size bed in each of their rooms. The house was the perfect size for a quick trip to the lake with our kids and dogs!
Beautiful lakefront property stocked with everything we needed for an amazing week! The house was conveniently located to shopping and entertainment. We enjoyed fishing and swimming in the lake.
Val H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you so much for staying at my home! I’m so glad you enjoyed your visit. Please come back again soon!
John was a great host, kept us informed and answered our question promptly. The hose was perfect! We really enjoyed our stay. One word of caution, when driving at night be careful, there are deer everywhere!! Coming up the road to the house every night we would see 10-20 deer. They even come in the yard. We loved it! Would definitely recommend this stay.
We absolutely loved our stay at this cozy Smith Mountain Lake home! Being able to see the water from both sides of the house made the setting feel peaceful. The beds were very comfortable, and while the place was small, it was incredibly cozy. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed, and the home was close to grocery stores and state parks. The decor was cute and thoughtfully done. The only small negative was that the shower pressure in the main bathroom could be better, but it didn’t affect our stay. The hot tub and fire pit are a perfect addition to the home and we would have loved to use them if the weather had been a bit warmer. This was the perfect location to ring in the New Year.
House was very clean and had everything we needed. Owner reached out to make sure we arrived and to let us know he was available for any questions or concerns. House is in convenient location for grocery shopping and eating out.
Ginger S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
Thank you for you review Ginger! It was a pleasure to host you and your family. I hope you come back again soon!
Had a great stay. Everything was as advertised and was perfect for our 2 dogs. A quiet neighborhood with dock/lake access. We used the kayaks and the outdoor deck the most. Amy was very responsive and had no problems.
In July 2025 we had a wonderful stay Surfside Cottage. The owner was very easy to work with and always quick to respond. We made full use of the entire property including the hot tub, fire pit and mostly the lake. We had rented a pontoon boat for four days and the the dock was perfect for docking the boat at night. We will definitely be returning to Smith Mt Lake and would definitely return to this property. My only comment is, the dock could use a little TLC (needs painting). Overall we had an amazing time.
Tracy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you so much for staying at my home! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. We have a new dock being built (much larger and nicer) for the 2026 season! 🙌
Please come back anytime at all!
Property was exactly as pictured. Loved the open floor plan. Great location and being able to get to places on or off the water.
Amy was always readily available if anything arose.
My favorite area was the front porch which was covered and I loved sitting out there and listening or watching it rain.
Also could get to the dock rather easily with the house being close to the water.
Would definitely stay here again!
Lesleigh T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much for staying at Surfside Cottage! We're so glad your family enjoyed the property! The front porch is my favorite place to relax too. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
The house was great. The beds and couches were very comfortable. Loved the access to the lake. Nice touch with a kayak and canoe which was fun. My pug was happy. Kitchen was open and provided all the things we needed to cook and provide storage. The only thing that was lacking was the hot tub never really got hot. Even on the last night, it only got to 98 degrees. I appreciate the attentiveness and helpfulness of the host in trying to get it right. He always responded whenever I asked a question within minutes. I would recommend this property if you want to just relax or do the multiple activities that the lake provides. Close to great restaurants and two wineries makes it a perfect getaway. Very happy with the experience.
Helen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for the great review and allowing me to host you for your lake visit! Sorry we couldn’t get the hot tub up to temperature over the phone. I’ll be there this weekend making sure it’s ready for your next stay and our next guest. 😉 I hope you come back again soon!
My family and I spent the week at Surfside and couldn’t have been happier with our stay. The owner (John) was very communicative and easily accessible. The accommodations were perfect for the goal of our vacation, to relax. The house is located at the end of a cove and had no traffic other than the next door neighbor, which we only saw in the weekend. The deck was my favorite part. Waking up to enjoy a cup of coffee while sitting on the outdoor furniture was perfection. Lastly, I truly appreciated the attention to detail through the property. Small things such as bags, Tupperware, and seasonings were all provided. That is such a blessing as I inevitably forget something basic on trips. I will definitely be staying again!
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thank you so much for the 5 star review! It was a pleasure to host you and your family and hope to have you again soon! Come back anytime!
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2/10 Terrible
Ashley T.
30 July 2025
Ashley T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
I’m disappointed to see your 1 star review. I’m not sure why as we had pleasant interactions via messages during your stay. This is the first review UNDER 5 stars I’ve ever received from any guest. If there’s anything you care to share that would have improved your stay, I’d love to hear it.
About the host
Hosted by John
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