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USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!

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An aerial view of a lakeside property with a main house, docked boats, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in microwave, and a wooden island with bar stools.
A room with two leather armchairs, a white dresser, and a window with blinds.
A waterfront patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a dock extending into the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features water views and offers nearby hiking, biking, and water sports. Outdoor areas include a patio, deck, and porch, while the property is pet-friendly. Enjoy games inside, and explore attractions like Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Smith Mountain Lake
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!

This expansive retreat accommodates up to 8 adults, per Bedford County Planning and Zoning Ordinance and the Short-Term Rental Permit (children aged 2 and under are welcome and excluded from this count). This limit aligns with the approved 4-bedroom septic system.

**This home is dog friendly for animals up to 70 pounds with a $250 fee for a single dog. Pets must be disclosed at time of booking. No cats please as the owner has severe allergies.**

Purchased in 2017, this gorgeous home has undergone a stunning transformation inspired by HGTV power couple, Chip and Joanna Gaines. With a blend of farmhouse charm and lake house vibes, it features an open-concept design, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, and stainless-steel appliances. Upgrades include a 32x12 deck, a new roof, complete redesign of the upstairs and downstairs living space, custom barn doors, refreshed bathrooms, energy-efficient windows, and rustic laminate flooring. The dock features a 10x10 floater, and the landscaping has been revitalized for guests' outdoor enjoyment.

The basement, finished in 2018, offers a large bedroom (sleeps 4), a full bathroom and a recreation room, making it a bright, functional space for all. Nestled in the peaceful Pine Ridge community on 1.5 acres, this home offers privacy, stunning lake views, and a tranquil setting ideal for morning or evening strolls.

The house features four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, including a primary suite with a KING bed, two additional upstairs bedrooms with double queen beds in one and full over full bunk beds in the other. There is an additional spacious basement bedroom with two queen beds. This property, with its deep-water access typically ranging from 8 to 10 feet (*recent drought conditions have affected the depth), offers exceptional lakefront living.

As the home operates on a well and septic system, please be mindful of usage during your stay.

This property is proudly owned and operated by a USAF Veteran. For questions about the home, please contact Holley at 571-265-7848 or holley_rupert@yahoo.com.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No more than 2 dogs and each weigh less than 70 lb
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary guest must be at least 30 years old.
Pet waste must be cleaned up, dogs kept leashed in the yard, and pets crated when left unattended.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 986706vb
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
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

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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hunting.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Liberty University - 50 min drive - 66.8 km
  • Berglund Center - 57 min drive - 67.6 km
  • Center in the Square - 57 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬53 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!?

As of 3 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's! on 6 Sept 2027 start from AU$9,929, 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 USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is USAF VETERAN OWNED - DEEP WATER, HUGE HOME, Fire Pit, WiFi, Kayaks/SUP's! located?

This family-friendly Huddleston holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Smith Mountain Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mars Hill and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect floor plan for our family Well stocked home with lots of usable amenities!Even though the lake was low the floating dock set up allowed us to do all of the lake activities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2026
We are thrilled that the home fit your family perfectly and it had all the comforts from home. The drought we’ve experienced this past year has certainly affected the lake level, but I’m glad you found our dock modification useful. Unusual circumstances call for creative solutions! LookIng forward to hosting your family again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed, trendy living space and kitchen, property is well cared for, lots of thoughtful touches. Peaceful, abundant wildlife, We LOVED it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you So MUCH for this winderful reciew and we are thrilled that you loved the home, it‘S a labor of love for sure! Would love to gost your family again on your next trip to SML. Thank you for being awesome guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fun week at Smith Mountain Lake. Holley and Steve were great hosts, very responsive and they have the house equipped with everything you need for lakeside entertainment…kayaks, SUPs, floats, a hammock, a grill, and even wood for the fire pit! The house was spotlessly clean and plenty roomy for our group of 6 adults. We enjoyed meals on the deck and ping pong in the basement. We appreciated the location on a quiet part of the lake. Even though water levels were down because of the drought, the floating dock made it easy to access the water. We would certainly go back for future SML trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2026
We could not love your review any more! Thank you for choosing our little slice of Heaven for your vacation this summer. We can’t wait to host your family again on our brand new dock!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant Vacation

Beautiful home and property. The house was clean, spacious and well equipped. Check in and out was easy, and Holley was a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for choosing us here at Camp Run-a-Muk for your vacation! We are thrilled that you found our property to be spacious with all the comforts of home. We would love to host you and your family again on your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place on the Lake

Great location on Smith Mountain Lake. Beautiful house with all amenities. Property was well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
We are thrilled that our home met your expectations! I will share your review with our team because it’s a group effort keeping the house up to high standards. Hope to have you back next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I spent a long weekend at this house. The house was spacious and clean, and had everything we could possibly need. We were able to bring our own boat and use the dock which made going out on the lake easy and convenient. The views were amazing. We are planning on returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you SO MUCH for choosing us here at Camp Run-a-Muk and we are thrilled to hear that the property was all you had hoped it would be. Our team works incredibly hard to bring families a magical experience. We can’t wait to host you and your family again in 2026! You know where to find us! 😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for extended family gathering.

We had two families, ages 14–50. There was plenty of space, great water toys, and the owners were extremely responsive. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our property. We are pleased to know that our home suited your family’s needs and that you had a great vacation. Look forward to seeing you next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Camp run a muk

Excellent property and wonderful owners
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your positive review! Glad to have you back with us again this year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great week at the lake

exceptional property with improvements every year. Perfect for a family vacation. Couldn't be happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for choosing us again! We're not even close to being done with renovating and we are so appreciative that you hang in there with us each year to see what we've been to. Hope to have you again next year. We have more surprises up our sleeve!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic vacation

We had an amazing vacation at Camp Run-a-muk! The property was very clean and well-maintained with an excellent location near Mariners Landing and Mitchells point Marina. Holly, the owner, was very responsive and helpful during our stay. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short getaway vacation with family and friends.

Absolutely beautiful home and property. Very spacious home with a great basement to hang out in if weather does not cooperate for lake activities. Beautiful location and Holly is an incredible host. We hope to return in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We are glad that you enjoyed the home and found it to be spacious and accommodating. We would love to have you back as guests againi. You know where to find us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

We loved it! House was clean, lake view was beautiful and owner was very responsive! Kids enjoyed all the games, ping ping table and water crafts! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
We are thrilled that you loved the home! And it makes it even better that y'all are local to our hometown. Hope to see your family next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous property

Wonderful property, will definitely rent again. Beautiful quiet cove, well stocked kitchen, lots of space for kids, clean and very nicely decorated. Great communication with owners. Everything we needed for a fabulous week of vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
We are happy to hear that our home had everything you needed to have a great vacation. There are 7 children in my immediate family, so we know all too well about needing lots of space for active little people! We look forward to having you back next summer. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything and more

Perfect property in perfect location. Less than 5 minutes by boat from the Marina and open water. Secluded and quite setting perfect for family fun for all ages. Host was phenomenal! Showed genuine care for our enjoyment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
It was our pleasure hosting you and your family. We are thrilled that you enjoyed the house, the location, and your overall experience with us here at Camp Run-a-Muk. We look forward to hosting you on your next lake vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Every detail of this property is beautiful. From the decor, to the view, to the little extras, we enjoyed all that it has to offer. It's one of the most well equipped properties we've ever rented. The access to the kayaks and paddle boards really made the trip, especially for the kids. My favorite time was sipping my morning coffee on the rocking Adirondack chairs down by the water. Wonderful trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at Camp Run-a-Muk

Second year in a row staying at Camp-Run-a Muk and just as last year it was a wonderful stay. The house is spacious, laid out well for families, plenty of water toys to use and the communication with the owners is outstanding. I would recommend to anyone who would like a great experience at SML
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
We LOVE having repeat guests and THANK YOU for choosing us! Hopefully we can wow you again for year three! Good vibes only at Camp Run-a-Muk!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Vacay!

We had the best time at Camp Run-a-Muk! We all felt very at home and you can tell there was a lot of love and hard work that went into making it feel like home away from home! Holly was great and there via text at a moments notice, if need be. Thank you Holly and Steve for sharing your home with us, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Yay! We are thrilled that you loved the home and could see the hard work that we’ve put into it! We’re already looking forward to having you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic location - everything you need in a SML vacation home

Property is in an excellent location - on a quiet and calm section of the lake which was perfect for on the lake fun. The house is extremely well kept and spacious. Everything has been replaced / refurbished in the home and the house came with all the amenities you need. We enjoyed jumping in the lake and playing with the toys (kayaks, floats, etc). There are plenty of beds and several living spaces so you can spread out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific family time!

We enjoyed our 3 night family stay here. The beds, neighborhood, and furniture was comfortable and the water toys and ping pong a lot of fun! That area of the lake was quiet and safe without a lot of boat traffic and nice and deep for jumping in. One item to note if bringing elderly folks--the lot is flat relative to lakehouses in the area but seemed more like a hill to a grandma with arthritis--It was an easily negotiated incline with the nice gravel path and she did say it wouldn't keep her from coming again. And the chairs on ground level were fabulous as was the fire pit at night. Overall an A+ spot and lovely home we were thankful to borrow and would be glad to rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Yay! So glad to hear that you loved the location and all the fun stuff at the house! I'm glad that grandma was able to navigate the path ok. My 76 year old dad needs a double knee replacement and he takes the path S-L-O-W-L-Y just to be extra cautious. The lot was one of the reasons we bought that home. It's navigable by people of all ages. It just takes some a little longer than others to get to the fun part. Look forward to having you guys back in the future!
Archival

8/10 Good

Great location. Beautiful views.

The house sits on a scenic lot with beautiful views of the lake and a dock. The host provided very detailed instructions for access and house rules. The house had rafts, paddle boards and life jackets available. We did not appreciate having to load trash into our vehicle and driving it 2 miles down the road. For a 125$ cleaning fee, a trash receiptical should have been made available at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall and I hope you will consider us again for future visits to SML. I understand your position about trash. It's pretty standard practice at the lake for guests to discard trash for a variety of reasons (I can only speak to the multiple properties that we had personally rented prior to our own purchase). I hope that wasn't a big enough deterrent to impact future stays with us. Thanks again for choosing Camp Run-a-Muk!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location, excellent stay!

We had a fantastic week at Camp Run-A-Muk and will definitely return in the future! The location was perfect... just 10-15 minutes from Mitchell's Marina (where we rented our boat and had an excellent lunch!), about a 20 minute boat ride from the dam, where we were fortunate to witness a flyover of 3 F-15's on our last full day! The property is beautiful, well kept, and updated. The owners have put a ton of work into it, and it really shows. They have an awesome game room downstairs with a giant Connect Four, ping pong, and foosball, but we spent so much time in the lake that we didn't utilize that much. We used one of the kayaks quite a bit, and it was an added bonus that those and the paddle boards were included. Definitely a successful first (of many, I'm sure!) trips to Smith Mountain Lake, and a property I would 100% rent again! To top if all off, the owners were incredibly helpful and kind, and an absolute pleasure to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you so much in choosing us! We take great pride in our home and making sure our guests feel comfortable and welcomed on their special getaway! And I'm glad you made good use of the water toys! The giant Connect Four was a new addition this year, but I'm glad you didn't have any rainy days where you had to use it. Keep us in mind for your next trip to SML and have a super rest of your summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing time at Camp-Run-a-Muk!

My family and I have been going and renting a house at SML for over 20 years and Camp-Run-a-Muk didn’t disappoint and is at the top of the list as far as houses go! It’s always hard to find a house with 4 bedrooms to fit our family; my parents, sisters and significant others, and now my children. We were welcomed with flowers (arranged by a local company with an amazing purpose), local wine and wine glasses, local honey, soap from a local vendor, and coffee. Such a wonderful touch and sweet gesture to start off our vacation! Communication with the owner was very easy and Holley was extremely welcoming. House is renovated and decor is on point. Has a kitchen table large enough for a family of 10 which was amazing for us and rare to find when renting. Kitchen has everything you’ll need while on vacation, plus a few bonus items; large coffee mugs for those early morning with young kids that don’t know how to sleep in yet, spices, aluminum foil and press and seal in the pantry. Located in a quiet part of the lake, not much boat traffic which is great for little ones learning to swim. Nice dock with 2 picnic tables. Would recommend bringing a chair or two down for some additional seating/lounging but not always necessary with how much time we spent in the lake. First house we’ve stayed at that had a pad which was a hit with the adults and kids! Very nice fire pit and sitting area for s’mores or a cold beverage after the end of a great day on the lake. Would totally recommend this home to anyone wanting to rent at SML!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you SO MUCH for choosing us! We try very hard to make our guests feel welcomed and comfortable - just like family! We are thrilled that the home met the needs of your family and we'd love to have y'all back as guests in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vacay ever!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Camp Run-a-Muk! Holley and Steve were quick to respond to all the questions we had prior to our stay and recommended some great spots for dining. The house is simply beautiful. You can clearly see all of the hard work that was put into this home. We enjoyed lazy days on the lake, paddle boarding, kayaking and fishing. Our nights were filled with s’mores by the fire pit and family game nights. This house has everything you need and want in a vacation home. Hands down, this was a 10/10 vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great week at the lake

Clean and well equipped. Kitchen is loaded and stock of spices and oils was much appreciated. Plenty of outdoor furniture, life jackets, kayaks, paddleboards and a foam float. Extended family of deer seemed to hang out in the yard. Kids enjoyed fishing from the dock and all the water activities. Everyone voted to return for a third time next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gets the big stuff & the small details right!

Great property owners who are willing to go the extra mile. Lovely, recently remodeled home with lots of nice design touches. Very clean. Very well equipped and furnished (dock setup, kitchen appliances, lifejackets, SUPs, Adirondack chairs, firepit, kayaks, foosball, ping-pong, TVs, Dish network, etc.) The home is "downlake" from a private marina, so you should expect some modest boater traffic past the dock. Nothing inconvenient. The house -- like all at SML -- is on a well and water softener, so you shouldn't expect high water pressure. A little soap or shampoo goes a long way ;-) Note: the property DOES come with bed linens and towels if you're renting during the high season (the VRBO description said it did not, and we rented non-refundable linens and towels only to find the house already had them). Best to check with the property owners beforehand. Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Holley Scheffel

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Steve and I both grew up in Northern Virginia just a short distance from Washington, DC. He went to Annandale High School in Fairfax County and I went to Gar-Field in neighboring Prince William County. We are full-time residents of Huddleston and live at a local marina while our house is occupied in the summers.

We have one son, Trevor, who was recently married. We also have two very energetic water pups! We have a beautiful and loving yellow lab named Dixie. She is a handful, but we forgive her because she's so stinking cute. We also have a chocolate lab named Sweet Mia. Her name aptly describes her personality.

Why they chose this property

This property comes with a story and we have it because of my late father-in-law,. In 2003, he lost his battle with cancer. At that time, he had been retired and had owned a small farm in Augusta County. He loved to hunt, so for retirement, he purchased a 100+ acre slice of heaven where he could enjoy the land at his leisure. That was in 1996. When he passed away in 2003, we kept the home and used it frequently to share with friends and family.

My husband has always wanted to live on the lake, so when we sold the farm at the end of 2016, we began the search for a lake house at Smith Mountain Lake (SML). We had vacationed at SML two years prior and fell in love with how clean the water was, but yet it was still surrounded by such breathtaking scenery.

We toured a total of 32 homes before deciding on this one. And the sole factor that swayed our decision (because we looked at several phenomenal houses) to purchase this home - was the lot. It's a rare find to have a house with a pancake flat lot, but that has deep water. Many homes with deep water have steep lots at SML. The house we decided on needed so much work (which was a bit intimidating), but we were willing to put in some sweat equity to make this work. Furthermore, we have some very handy friends who spent countless weekends at the lake helping us get it ready.

We also wanted a property that was family friendly. We have many friends with children of all ages and we wanted our home to accommodate people from all walks of life. Steve and I have six nieces all ranging in age from three to fifteen, so we wanted a place that everyone could enjoy. My parents are in their 70's and with our minimal sloping lot, it allows for older people to get to the lake with ease. In short, this is a fun place for everyone.

What makes this property unique

The selling point for us on this home was one simple factor - the lot. We had looked at so many houses, but this was the ONLY house where no one was out of breath walking from the dock to the deck! We knew immediately that this house was THE ONE because of that. The pancake flat lot sealed the deal for us.

We are also in a very private neighborhood. There is a 1.5 mile back to our community which provides a sense of security and peacefulness.

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