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Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake

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Dining
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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 269.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake

Lake-front cottage for rent. Best deal on Smith Mountain Lake. Two-day stay minimum. This cottage is situated in a half acre of natural forest. The dock is only suitable for small craft only. It is usable but needs repair. The interior of the cottage has been recently refurbished. The cabin has one queen bed in its single bedroom, one blow-up mattress, one queen fold-out sofa bed, and bunk beds (more suitable for one child - only the bottom bunk can be used). TV is in the living room and bedroom. There is a stack washer and dryer. The kitchen has an electric stove, dishwasher, microwave oven, refrigerator, and toaster oven. All bed linen is supplied. Paper towels and toilet paper are supplied. There is a gas and a charcoal grill. There is parking for up to two cars only and a boat trailer. We are still working on the exterior of the house and landscaping and pathways but the interior is finished.

Property manager

John Makay

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 750 sq ft (69.7 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
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 first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake - 18 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Bayside Marina & Yacht Club - 36 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 42 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina, Hickory Hill Vineyards, and Smith Mountain Lake. Crystal Shores Marina and Moneta Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lake Cottage on Water at Smith Mountain Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 46 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic and very clean
Rustic work in progress place was very clean fishing was good host was very helpful would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Needs updates and some fixing but was good for a weekend getaway. Better than camping and all linens and towels provided. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
We had a wonderful time. Just what we were looking for. Would love to book again soon. Very clean and check in was a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for some R&R
Clean and nice set on deck most of the time looking at water and wildlife. Had a good time with my wonderful wife. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's listed as receiving "upgrades", needing major repairs would be more accurate. Was it me it'd be a 'dozer job. The best I can say about the property is it was clean, quiet, didn't collapse and no critters got in. The screen door was more of an impediment, than a functional door. The door, had some stop gap sweep that kept it from opening fully. The blinds on the door looked like they'd been salvaged from a dumpster. The owner was very good at communicating information about his guest regulations and other matters relevant to the rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom and son trip.
It was perfect for us. My 11 year old son and I went for a weekend trip for his birthday. The house has everything you could need for cooking and cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet
Very clean. Quiet area. Had amenities we needed. Great view of the lake. A/C worked fine. Screen door and blinds needs replacing. No TV instructions. No lawn chairs-bring your own. Ad says yard is unstable-TRUE. Dock is uneven, but Somewhat useable. Old home, but functional. View from my inner tube on the water- priceless!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia Gaddy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sit Back and Relax
It was exactly what listing and John (owner) descibed. My boys and myself really enjoyed our stay. The cabin and outdoor area were very clean. The kitchen was well stocked. Our favorite places were the back porch and dock area. It's located in a very quiet cove. Perfect place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
It was a cute little place. Nice & relaxing. The owner John was very nice, we will definitely book this place again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple but nice
This property was just as described by owner. Great value for the location right on the water. The dwelling itself was rustic and older than surrounding houses but clean and plenty of space for our needs. If you are looking for glitz and glam then this isnt for you but if you just want to enjoy the lake and nature and have a simple place to relax this place is fine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST VALUE ON THE LAKE
Tidy home with a lot going on for it. Well equipped kitchen, comfy sofa and recliner, DirectTV for your viewing pleasure as well as a sea of movies on disc and blue/ray, views are stunning! Mr. Makay is so friendly and helpful. He did everything including take my panicked 930pm phone call on Friday night because I couldn’t figure out how to work the Dropbox(chalk that up to “I’m a blonde” lol) If you’re looking for a no frills home then I suggest this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kenny S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Do not stay here
House is dangerous owner is a liar
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan M., Fairfax, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Smith Mountain Lake
I was in for a fishing trip. Was a great place for a two night stay while I went fishing. It’s fine. If you are in a wheelchair, you may find the shower difficult to maneuver as well as the bathroom and bedrooms. You are literally 20 yards from the water and you have nice neighbors on either side they can be seen having bonfires late at night right next to the water. The sunset is really good, you can sit on the deck but it’s even better if you watch it from the side yard, good cooling and heating and good hot water. There appeared to be parking for at least four vehicles and there were three/four beds available and if you brought your own air mattress, there would be room for it. Overall, it is a rustic experience in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place with great price
Enjoyed the stay. Right on the water with a good view. Great price and had lots or room to sleep us 3 comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon K.

Not worth what they rent this place for!!
This was an old camper turned into a cabin. It needs a lot of work. The wall in the bathroom was busted, the screen door was held close by a bungy cord. The owned did not disclose any of the problems with this place until the night before we were to arrive. He sent a list of what to do and what not to do from this list you would have thought this place was luxury. When you look outside you see a half sunk boat sticking out of the lake and you could not use the dock because it was unstable. I honestly couldn't recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
SML long weekend.
Arrived at the cabin around 5:30 Saturday evening. All descriptions of the property were accurate. Rental was clean and fully furnished. We enjoyed our time there and would definitely rent this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as nice as aspected
Good location. Dock was horrible. House was a shack. Would not recommend this for any children. Within first 10 minutes my w Women fell into the kitchen brushing her knee really bad , starting the weekend off terrible, considering the boat and the pier is down hill. Should of been a warning about step up. Move the carpet to the not match the same design as the step up . Overall did not like the place. Owner wants you too do cleanup , that I paid for the service from am maid
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
It was very clean. It’s bigger than the pics show. The owner was nice and helpful. Still needs work outside, but inside is nice. The park is close by and we suggest to go there for swimming. Hubby did get some bites fishing. There’s plenty to do in the area and some nice restaurants including Jake’s Place which John had suggested. It was a pretty good place to get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s not fancy but is comfortable and clean.
I really wanted peace and quiet and rest and this home offers all of that .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall family fun times
We enjoyed all the nostalgic touches of the cabin, very clean and organized, the ability to rent kayaks from owner and fish from dock was a convenience. John responds promptly and provided excellent resource information for gas, food and shopping. We are looking for to another stay in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W., Syracuse, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick business stay
I was looking for a place to sleep and get cleaned up after house hunting. This fit my needs
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was unique and thoughtful amenities followed that, also well Communicated concerns about some aesthetics that ended up better than we anticipated. Rules for entrance and exiting were pretty intense. A friendlier tone would have been more welcoming since owner we found was conscientious.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., Mechanicsville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
I fell in love with Smith Mountain Lake at the Makay’s cottage!
This small cottage was cozy and comfortable for our family (husband, myself, and 2 adult daughters). The cottage was sparkling clean throughout. Its interesting structure (large travel trailer on permanent foundation w large addition of the great room and bath) works well as one cohesive cottage, and its location on a quiet cove of Smith Mountain Lake was so worth it! The water’s edge is a short walk down the wooded yard. The brick walk down to the water does need some love, and I wouldn’t recommend walking barefooted, but we are experienced kayak paddlers (we brought our own kayaks), and so always wore our water sandals in and around the water and yard. John mentioned his “to-do” list (refurbish dock and brick walk down to the water), but their condition did not prevent our enjoyment of hanging out in our camp hammocks or chilling in a bag chair at the water’s edge or on the dock. The lakefront cottage is on a quiet “no wake zone” cove, so we were able to not only safely paddle our kayaks up and down in the cove, but also safely go into more open water, staying closer to the shoreline. We spent most of our time outside swimming, paddling, fishing, or eating meals outside on the deck. The galley kitchen is small and adequately stocked. We kept our meals simple (I brought prepared food needing reheating). I found adequate pots and pans for this reheating and dishes for serving. The fridge was standard size, newer, and sparkling clean. There is no dishwasher, but I had ample space to wash dishes. The bathroom is small but adequate and clean. The house has 2 very small bedrooms…a decent queen size bed in one bedroom that slept fine, and 2 small bunks in the other. The bottom bunk slept great, but would be best for someone 5 feet tall or shorter. The top bunk is very narrow and short. There is a sleep sofa in the great room and John provides a nice single airbed to use in the great room. My family only used the sleep sofa (we brought our own camp cot). John also provides linens for all beds and towels for the bath, but we did not use as we brought our own. Overall, it was a relaxing, fun long weekend! The check-in/check-out was pretty easy. John provides a detailed email and phone call prior to arrival to guide you. I highly recommend this cottage for a small family or group who are willing to forgo the “bling” of more expensive cottages, but still enjoy a comfortable and adequate cottage and its pleasant lakefront on beautiful Smith Mt Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021