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Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!!

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Dryer
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Huddleston, VA
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake State Park22 min drive
  • Popular LocationHickory Hill Vineyards26 min drive
  • AirportLynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)56 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!!

If you want a million dollar view to go along with a spectacular property, Best Dam View will not disappoint! This property is the latest addition to Wind Luxury Properties joining our other properties at Smith Mountain Lake (VRBO #'s648334 Wind Family Estate, 515931 Wind Family Compound, and 825368 A Second Wind), our amazing home on the Rappahannock River (VRBO #966039), as well as one of the nicest homes at Wintergreen Resort (VRBO #1208597). Best Dam View will continue our goal to provide the most luxurious properties in the Mid-Atlantic region! Our properties at Smith Mountain Lak are rented Sunday to Sunday in the summer weeks from the third week of June to Labor Day..

Upon purchasing this amazing home, we immediately undertook extensive renovations to take it to the next level. New in 2020 the home underwent renovations including new floors, fresh paint, new windows to soak in the priceless view of Smith Mountain, a state of the art designer kitchen suitable for a chef, and 2500 square feet of deck space, half of which is under roof. The extensive decks provide outdoor living space to maximize your ability to enjoy the signature view of Smith Mountain Lake's famed "gap," and relax with a cool breeze blowing off the lake only 25 feet away! There are a very limited number of homes on the entire lake that can lay claim to this magnificent view and we look forward to sharing it with our guests. The grandeur of the porches cannot be overstated and you will find yourself wanting to savor every moment on them.

This home boasts 5 bedrooms (beds for 12), including 2 true master suites, and 4 full bathrooms. A spacious open floor plan living room was created by removing walls that flows nicely into a dream kitchen with new floors, cabinets, countertops, and appliances. A formal dining room is available, as well as bar seating but we strongly suggest you follow our lead and eat on the deck whenever the weather allows! A virtual wall of glass allows full enjoyment of your view from the kitchen, living room, sunroom, and bar area. Four of the 5 bedrooms allow you to see the lake and mountains from the comfort of our new beds and with access to the decks either directly from the rooms or nearby. Downstairs also provides a ping pong table as well as a card table for rainy day and late night entertainment.

Along with an amazing property, we will provide all the luxuries you need to enjoy your stay at the lake including kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, stand up paddle board, fishing rods, and other toys!

For your safety, we have security Sytems at all of our homes which some homes inlaced outdoor security cameras.

Property manager

Ashley Wind

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (371.6 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: With an additional fee
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Best Dam At Smith Mountain
Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!! Huddleston
Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 22 min drive
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 26 min drive
  • Leesville Lake - 36 min drive
  • Liberty University - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Marina - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!! located?

This family-friendly Huddleston vacation home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Smith Mountain Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Leesville Lake. Hickory Hill Vineyards is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away.

Best Dam View at Smith Mountain Lake!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing getaway!
We were in the area for a graduation and had several generations of family staying. Everyone had a wonderful time, better than even expected. Would love to come again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris k., Bahama, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at the lake
We had three generations at the house and everyone had a wonderful time! The house is beautiful and had everything we needed for our stay -the comfortable beds, super nice kitchen, and expansive decks were the highlights. The hosts were helpful and responsive. The best part though is the incredible view of the lake and the dam! We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely best view on Smith Mountain Lake
Beautiful, newly renovated home with definitely the best view on Smith Mountain Lake! The close up view of the dam and mountain is breathtaking. The location of being tucked in the little cove helps with the boat traffic in that area. Really a great location to be in and still have that amazing view. Property seemed very clean and well kept. check in process was seamless and Ashley was easy to get in touch with along with answering all the questions we had prior to arrival. Definitely a return spot!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy home
Perfect for us! Open floor plan upstairs that opened to a large deck. The views really can’t be beat. Perfect view for Smith Mountain and the dam. Just like all the pictures. We loved that this was such an updated clean lake house. We really love l this neighborhood on this side of the lake and look forward to returning to this one! Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful new home
We had an amazing fall getaway to Smith Mountain Lake. The home fulfilled all of our needs and the views were break taking! Our favorite part of the stay was sitting in the porch outside the kitchen. We will definitely be keeping this in mind for next year!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
This house and location is great! The house was clean and the view was incredible. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Dam View
Everything was perfect!! Beautiful location, beautiful home, awesome communication!!! Best spot to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!
Everything was perfect! This house has it all! It was clean, well equipped, spacious, fun, and the most perfect location. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dale H.

SML First Timer
The lake experience was fantastic! The house location, activities and water sport equipment were excellent. The house had some minor issues i.e. ceiling fans not working/broke, plumbing and cleanliness. However, these issues didn’t affect our great vacation at SML.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G., Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible location
My family and I went with 2 other families just for the weekend. Ages of kids ranged from 3-12 years of age. The house had plenty of rooms to accommodate us all. Beds were comfortable. The deck and dock were the highlight. There are kayaks, canoes and a paddle board. It’s a two story dock and the views are awesome. Mitchell marina is around the corner which makes it easy to rent boats. We rented a pontoon. We will definitely stay here again. Make sure you bring your own soap, trash bags, paper towels and toilet paper. None is provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trinh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house house is beautiful and has a million dollar view
It's a beautiful house that we stayed from Friday late morning to Sunday early afternoon. Eight of us slept in 7 confortable, nice beds. 4 out 5 bedrooms, the main floor, 2 large porches and the high deck at the boat docking area have a great beautiful view of SML. Best part is waking up before sunrise to enjoy the view at dawn on the main level porch. We really enjoyed the porch with SML view at any time of day. Walking around the neighborhood after lunch is also very nice, safe and peaceful. We rent a boat big enough for 12 people, we 8 ladies had a wonderful experience boating in the SML. About 45-minute drive to the house in fall is very beautiful. State park is only 19' away from the house. Great restaurants near by the house (17' -35'). People at SML are very friendly and kind. I rate this property and SML 5 stars! The house driveway is very stiff. Need to pay extra attention and project the way when driving.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Great location and view
Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation experience at Best Dam View!
We only rent Wind family properties at SML as they give their guests effortless luxury when vacationing. Love this house and appreciate the communication and responsiveness from Ashley. Will definitely rent again at this fabulous Smith Mountain Lake property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun Week on the Lake
Our family had a wonderful stay! The house is beautiful and had everything we needed to have a great time. Love all the water toys / kayaks, SUP to use. The views on each level were beautiful, we barely left the house since we didn't have too. It was our first time to Smith Mountain Lake and will not be our last. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with our family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

J B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Worth It
Top notch experience. Not a single significant issue with property and overall experience. Beautiful location and house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Abington, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great location, property, ability to resolve issues with quick response times if needed by “Wind”. Love the lake, love the people, attractions, availability of good dining from the water, multiple locations for renting a boat, 18th year visiting Smith with my family , hopefully will retire there one day🙏👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful with a knockout view
We had a great time visiting with family and friends recently at SML! We rented this home and the other one on Woodland Terrace that Ashley manages. They were both awesome houses. We were glad everyone has able to be accommodated by both houses comfortably. Ashley was really helpful to our group from start to finish. We hope to get everyone together again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful newly renovated house with the best view
Loved our stay in the colder months. Definitely looking forward to our summer visit and enjoying the water. The house was great to enjoy even in December. My wife was happy with our down time and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smith Mountain
Great place to stay with a beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalba L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
Everything was had described on the VRBO. We stay 3 nights for Christmas, weather was in the high 60. Sunset and sunrise to die for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

RUTH B.

Huddleston
The location is great, the house is gorgeous but not welcoming and it is definitely overpriced. We have used Vrbo multiple times and this was the first time that we have to sign a long agreement for the owner to ensure that we would take the garbage out, make the beds, do the dishes, leave them out of the dishwasher, clean the bbq, etc., etc. in short, do the full cleaning job or pay a penalty! The bathroom towels are old and cheap, and so are the beddings. The front door did not open unless you PUSH it very hard... we informed the owner and decided to leave the back door unlocked in order not to break the main entrance's door. We tried to use the BBQ and it was so dirty and greased that we decided not to touch it. The front and back of the house would welcome some cleaning as well. We kept the owner informed but getting a quick response took some follow up... I must say that the view is amazing and the house living area is very nice. Huddleston is a gorgeous place and the autumn season is worth the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

melissa a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
Great times & memories made at Best Damn View. Space very adequate & fairly stocked kitchen helped. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home, great view!
We enjoyed our time here very much! Our first time staying down near the dam and we loved it! Other then needing some lighting on the stairs from the dock to the house, it’s an awesome house! The dock and porches are fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Abington, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, beautiful home, beautiful view, had a great vacation with the family.
Had no issues, renting the property was a pleasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!!
This property had amazing views and space for three families! We stayed here memorial day weekend and had a fantastic time! Few maintenance items were needed with the door knob and boat hook, but overall fabulous place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021