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LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Haven Marina
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

partially finished basement- sleeper sofa

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom (partially finished- curtain for privacy)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views.

Come see why they say “Life is better at the lake!” Enjoy a relaxing stay at this quaint home with beautiful wide water and mountain views and a gently sloping lot. Cuddle up by the wood-burning fireplace. Or get some fresh air on the open deck and large screened porch with ceiling fans, comfy seating, and outdoor dining furniture overlooking the lake. The property has a fabulous dock with built-in bench seating for you to enjoy the view. Enjoy exploring the lake on the canoe with provided life jackets. The main level of the home is bright, open and airy with a beamed 15’ cathedral ceiling, open to a cozy family room, dining room, and kitchen. Down the hall you’ll find 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. The basement, though separate from the main level, has foosball, TV, and a washer & dryer. Basement also has a second full bathroom (partially finished!) perfect for cleaning off after a day in the lake!

Large covered dock w/ floater, perfect to tie up your personal or rental boat (covered slip & hoist not available for tenant use) and electricity.

Central A/C, Washer/Dryer, Gas Grill, blender, coffee maker, dishwasher 2 Queen beds, 2 Bunk Beds, queen air mattress, 1 queen sleeper sofa (available in the partially finished basement)

Enjoy cocktails while watching the sunset or making S’mores after dark in the comfortable Adirondack chairs surrounding the new fire pit down by the water.

The home is in a quiet, shaded, older neighborhood, perfect for walking & jogging. Lake location is supreme, being near the mountain and the dam at the deepest, and cleanest part of the lake. The quiet, protected cove is very safe for canoeing and waterplay around the dock. We’re conveniently located a half mile from Mitchell's Point Marina and SML water sports and boat rentals.

**RENTALS ARE 3 NIGHT MINIMUMS MEMORIAL DAY THROUGH LABOR DAY. TWO NIGHT MINIMUM ALL OTHER TIMES. PRICING VARIES BASED ON PEAK SEASON, OFF-PEAK, AND HOLIDAYS

-CLEANING FEE $125.00
-HOMEAWAY RESERVATION FEE (varies)
-PET FEE $100
-REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT $200.00 (refunded one week after check-out, assuming no damage)

Items to bring: LINENS (towels, wash cloths, sheets, pillow cases, blankets) trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry) flashlight.

Items NOT to bring: Worries & stress.

CANCELLATION POLICY: 100% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before check-in date. 50% refund for cancellations more than 14 days before check-in date. Cancellations within 14 days of check-in will not receive a refund.

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: No one under the age of 25 may make a reservation. There must be one adult at least 25 years of age occupying the property. That qualifying person must provide payment via credit card for the rental deposit and is responsible for the leased property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bunk beds have a 175lb. limit per mattress
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 dog max. must pick up after & respect furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING evidence of smoking forfeits deposit

Important information

You need to know

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

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, winery tours and power boating.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 27 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - 28 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 30 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 31 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bruno's Gastropub - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST. Cozy cottage with wide water and mountain views. located?

This family-friendly Huddleston cottage is located on a lake, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 12 mi (20 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

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay in three years at this property. Fantastic memories made. The house and amenities were great and we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This latest stay at the Huddleston lake house was our second, a return from last year, which expresses our satisfaction. The location is a perfect summertime getaway for a family that enjoys water activities with a view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Weekend getaway

Location is great. The dock and firepit were really nice for our family fun
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The view from the screened in porch is beautiful. The dock with plenty of seating was very nice. Easy access to the beach was wonderful. There were many repairs when we were there that needed attention. The couch and chairs in the picture had been switched out for a couch very old and uncomfortable. The basement was uninviting to sleep or hang out.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen M.

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

Great location and clean property.

Very nice owner. Quick to respond. Main level and deck are great. However the basement level and its second bathroom are dark and uninviting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A M.

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

Awesome

Place was awesome , hope to be back next year !Owner was great to communicate with answered all questions! House was up lifting a was everything we expected! Plenty to do , easy to keep five year old occupied!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Shade Sitters

The house was perfect size with a nice size deck nestled in the trees. It was great as it was the hottest week in June!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Fun

Beautiful with Great Lake access
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edna R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall wonderful. It appears the cleaning was surface and possibly rushed. found a vaping device under a couch cushion, and dust in the bathroom on the toilet tank. vacuum cleaner overheated 10 minutes into using it. pots for cooking not the best, thankfully, my son-in-law's parents live nearby (didn't know this before renting so really nice surprise) so I was able to secure a griddle and cast iron frying pan. I believe the one smoke detector I could find wasn't working.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joe C.

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

Great location

Very nice would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Barbara B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
It clean. There were no linens, the owner warned us about 2 hours down the road. There was only one bathroom inside. The furniture was worn and out -dated . the deck and the lake were beautiful and with our little family there we had a great time, no thanks to the lodging. I used to own a rental vacation house so I kinda know what to expect. I had to apologize all weekend, because of the accomanations. Never again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris G.

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

Perfect Waterfront Spot

Very nice property, nice calming view of the cove, and fast access to boat rental. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Good place good view

Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

Family weekend

Perfect cottage with a great view. We had a wonderful Mother/Daughters weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

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

Great Weekend Getaway.

The property was great and family friendly. We enjoyed our stay and its proximity to Mitchell's Point Marina, which allowed us to rent a boat for the day with ease.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica J.

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

Vacation

Great house Second year coming here never disappointed Love the house and location. Definitely will Return in the future years
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

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

Another wonderful stay

Another great stay at “Lake living at its finest!” This sweet little cottage was perfect for our end of summer SML visit. Our favorite spot (next to the awesome wide lake view from dock) was the cozy screen porch-from morning coffee, lunch, to wine-time and dinner- this was our go-to indoor space. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie W.

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

Great spot for fishing and swimming

Beautiful property and the owner is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Stay

Property was in a nice location. Good neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C., Newport, RI

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

Lovely time on the lake

The house was perfect for what we needed and Scott was a wonderful host. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Book This Listing For Pure Enjoyment

My family and I have stayed at various locations throughout Smith Mountain Lake and this lake house quickly became our home. All the amenities were as described and access to this quiet area of the lake was perfect. Great mountain and lake views and enough relaxing fun for the entire family. Book early!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

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

Fantastic!

What a great time. The property had great accommodations both inside and out. The sunrises and sunsets were amazing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

beautiful place

very nice needs a bigger toilet in bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine E.

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

Loved our stay at SML

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here with our dog. The beachfront access is hard to find for our senior dog to enter the water & swim. The house was spacious enough for us with the large sectional & roomy screened porch area. The shower was a bit small but otherwise the house was a nice. The water levels changed quite a bit before & after the rainfall but ultimately our time here was awesome and the place was a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn D.

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

Graduation getaway

Nice getaway between graduation ceremonies. Relaxing and low key!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott Hall

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