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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a ceiling fan, and a view to the outside.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and a door leading to another room.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with stools, a black refrigerator, and pendant lighting.
A ping pong table in a covered outdoor area with a brick wall and a staircase leading to a deck.
A living room with a dark blue sofa, a television, and a stone accent wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Smith Mountain Lake
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks

Welcome to The Scenic Overlook, your private lakefront retreat on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. Tucked into a peaceful cove just 10 minutes from Bridgewater Plaza, enjoy a private double-deck dock, kayaks, paddleboard, and optional hot tub. Designed for families and friends, this spacious home offers four bedrooms, two living areas, and unforgettable lake views—the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories.

Perched above a peaceful cove on Smith Mountain Lake, The Scenic Overlook was created as a place where families and friends can slow down, reconnect, and enjoy everything lake life has to offer. Whether you're planning a summer vacation, celebrating a graduation, or gathering multiple generations under one roof, you'll find plenty of room to make memories together.

The lake is the centerpiece of every stay. Follow the wooded path to your private double-deck dock where you can swim, fish, launch the provided kayaks and paddleboard, or simply relax on the calmer water of the quiet cove. Bring your boat or jet skis and tie up at our floating dock, spend the afternoon on the water, then return home for dinner overlooking the lake.

Inside, the open-concept main level brings everyone together. The vaulted great room flows into the dining area and updated kitchen with granite countertops, full-size appliances, and a large island that naturally becomes the gathering place for breakfast, appetizers, and stories from the day's adventures.

Outside, you'll discover why we named this home The Scenic Overlook. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered deck, grill dinner with panoramic lake views, relax around the gas fire table, unwind on the wooden swing nestled among the trees, or soak beneath the stars in the optional seven-person hot tub.

With four comfortable bedrooms, three full bathrooms, two separate living areas, and a downstairs game space, everyone has room to spread out while still staying connected.

Guests also enjoy access to the seasonal community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and community boat ramp. Bridgewater Plaza, restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and boat rentals are approximately 10 minutes away.

Sleeping Arrangements

• Primary Suite – King bed with private bath and deck access
• Main-Level Guest Bedroom – Queen bed with adjoining full bath
• Lower-Level King Bedroom with adjoining full bath
• Bunk Room
• Sleeper sofa in the downstairs family room

Optional hot tub access is available for the duration of your stay for a $250 setup and servicing fee. Please request access before arrival so it can be prepared for your visit.

We hope The Scenic Overlook becomes the place your family returns to year after year.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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, lock the doors and return the keys
Keys/Gate Remote: Return keys to mudroom & lock box if used. Return boat launch remote & facilities card to mudroom. Lost/Missing items will result in a $250 fine.
Kayaks & Outdoor Furniture: Return kayaks (upside down) to the storage rack. Return cushions from lounge furniture on upper deck to deck box.
Heating/Cooling: Summer – Set to COOL & turn thermostats up to 76 Winter – Set to HEAT & turn thermostats down to 60
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5116030vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is on a lake. 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. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Berglund Center - 50 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Valley View Mall - 54 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Liberty University - 55 min drive - 72.7 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Hot Tub & Kayaks located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Hickory Hill Vineyards. Crystal Shores Marina and Moneta Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the lake house. Spectacular views and easy access to the lake from the private deck. We wanted to explore the neighborhood and nearby restaurants but ended up staying at the house the entire 3 days because we liked it so much. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was wonderful for my family. Here are some thoughts from various members of my family:- The kitchen was very well equipped. The host left a small bag of individual dish soap, a new sponge, and 3 or 4 new trash bags for the kitchen. There were a three or four dish towels, but since there was no dish drying rack, one had to be dedicated to that. I was glad that I brought extra dish rags, dry towels, and spare trash bags (we needed more than were provided).- There were all the spices we needed, so I didn't need to break into my travel spices. I'm very particular about some things so I always bring a good cutting board, one good general purpose thick-bottomed frying pan, and my own knives, but I could have worked with the ones there. They have a good selection of all of those.- The back deck, patio, dock, and party deck were all awesome. We got in the habit of going down to the party deck around dusk to see the sunset. There wasn't a direct view but it was beautiful.- The kids say the bunk beds were awesome and comfortable.- There were lots of things to entertain the kids and family including but not limited to: basketball, board games, stuffies, kid toys, ping pong, air hockey, croquet set, horseshoes, etc...- The community pool was great. - The dock had pool noodles, live vests, kayaks, a paddle board, and some floaties.The only complaint we had was the grand parents felt the showers were far to slippery and need some traction pads and support bars installed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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