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Brenda ✦ Hot Tub ✦ Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake ✦ Stocked Kitchen ✦ King Beds

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • 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.

Brenda ✦ Hot Tub ✦ Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake ✦ Stocked Kitchen ✦ King Beds

Brenda is a Home away from Home Lakefront house that has a gently sloped, easy access dock with No Stairs to the Dock. Enjoy the amazing water views from the dock or right out the back door.

Enjoy an updated 4-bedroom, 4-bath vacation rental and dock that is family friendly and has all the amenities and items you need to enjoy stress-free time on the lake.

Smart TVs, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, this property offers everything needed for an stress-free stay. Sip your coffee from the deck with peaceful, water views. Hang out on the easy to get to dock, swim or fish with the kids! Play on the 6X20 FT Lily Pad. Paddle out on the lake with the 2 provided Kayaks or simply lounge in the water with the many floating options available to you. Enjoy the hammocks as the sun sets or simply wind down for the day in the hot tub.

The options for you and your family are vast.

Property manager

Ronald Gulick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site

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)

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Penhook, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lakeside Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lumpkins Marina - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 50 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 61 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Marina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brenda•Your Lakefront Oasis•Hot Tub•Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brenda•Your Lakefront Oasis•Hot Tub•Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brenda•Your Lakefront Oasis•Hot Tub•Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brenda•Your Lakefront Oasis•Hot Tub•Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake located?

This family-friendly Penhook vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Smith Mountain Lake and Lakeside Marina. Lumpkins Marina is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Brenda ✦ Hot Tub ✦ Gentle/Walk Slope to the Lake ✦ Stocked Kitchen ✦ King Beds Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location on the lake. Beds were very comfortable and the home was lovely. Lots of things for kids to do and places for adults to congregate. Loved the swinging chairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible weekend getaway
“Brenda” was the perfect lake house for a family weekend getaway. The house, the property, all of the amenities were exactly as described and so much more. All of the family members loved “Brenda.”
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Beautiful View of Smith Mountain Lake.
Very well equipped and clean home. Will come back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fishing getaway
Will revisit this property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Great Stay
It was a great stay at the house. The house was just as nice as the pictures and descriptions noted. The home was clean and the location is great!

8/10 Good

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful Smith Mountain Lake
Awesome view of the lake, great dock that worked out well for swimming and parking 2 jet skis and a pontoon.In addition to the lake, enjoyed the hot tub and many hours of ping pong and X-Box. Nice double porches. Water pressure was good and towels were fluffy. We did not run out of hot water. Beds were comfortable. We had a few hick-cups, but the host was responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We really enjoyed our stay The house has it all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Our stay was wonderful. This is a beautiful property with tons of amenities. The host was nice and very responsive. I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Celebration
Very nice property and met most of our expectations. View was spectacular, living space clean and furnished nicely. Hot tub and gas grill worked but were not the cleanest. Dock was very nice for swimming, sunbathing, fishing, etc. but not easily accessed for handicapped. Kitchen was furnished with everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. We celebrated our 60th wedding anniversary with family and all had a great time. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house.
This property is wonderful. The house was beautifully decorated. Fully equipped with all your necessities. Great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Stayed for 4 nights - there were 8 of us, 4 adults and 4 children under 12. Everyone had a great time, the house was beautiful, well furnished and stocked with necessities. Great location on the lake and we used the dock for our boat rental. If you’re looking for a place to stay for 8-10 people I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to book this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sammie

A Wonderful Relaxing Time, Lake Living!
Our accommodations were amazing, and the location has all you would want to relax and enjoy the lake, as well as first class accommodations on the inside - there is plenty of room to put your feet up, read, eat and watch the sunrise and sunset! An amazing experience all around!

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation!
We stayed for a week with 5 adults and 5 children 15-2 years old. The house was very clean and well equip. The beds were so comfy, the kitchen had everything we needed, the kids love the ping pong and foosball table. The owners provided lots of essentials and the water toys were amazing! This is our second time staying at Smith Mountain lake and this house was by far the best! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda
Came down and stayed with a few friends so I could go to settlement on a piece of property I recently purchased. The house was exactly as described and more. Going in November you can’t really do much on the lake, but it didn’t matter with everything provided at the house. We all had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Lee
We have stayed at this home multiple times. The owners have thought of everything,no need to worry about will this home have everything we need they have that and more. The personal touch they give to each renter means so much. Thankyou for a great weekend!!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family getaway!
Awesome house with great updates and spacing for several families. Host was amazing with communication and made it feel warm and cozy. Have been vacationing at SML for 20+ years and could not have found a better location to all the best SML places plus an awesome view. Fully stocked kitchen made it easy for cooking large meals and had a great deck for grilling and outdoor eating. Boat dock is perfect for relaxing, fishing and playing; host provided the best lake toys! Great for families with small and older children. Highly recommend and look forward to staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Conner

Great house for a large crowd
We had a group of 11 and everyone had room. House had everything we needed. Stayed up in SML for a wedding so didn’t get to use the dock as much as we would have liked but Ronald had lots of lake toys in the shed including a 15ft lilypad. Tons of seating for the porch and the dock. Basement has foosball and ping pong tables. Very newly renovated and the beds were very comfortable. Beautiful view of SML. Host is very responsive. Will definitely stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful spot with some nagging issues
We really enjoyed coming to Smith Mountain Lake. The property is on a beautiful spot, and the views are outstanding. The house is overall comfortable and clean. There are a lot of water toys and spaces to relax. The kitchen is well equipped and the house overall is well stocked with supplies. Make sure you are aware of what you're getting with this home. This is an older home that has recently been given a facelift. As such, there are still some issues. The dock and deck are in need of some work and are splintered significantly (bring your tweezers if you will have kids running around on them). The house is smaller than it appears on the pictures. The hot tub was full of leaves and debris, and there were fixtures coming out of the wall in the bathrooms. Most "house rules" for listings exist on a continuum between the reasonable (no big parties, strip the beds when you leave) to the more unreasonable (basically clean the house yourself and maybe do some minor home repairs while you're at it). This one exists closer to the latter. For example, they want you to run the grill grates through the dishwasher (is that even a thing?) They ask you to take the trash to a dumpster that is a 20 minute round trip from the house. The alternative is paying $10 a bag for them to do it. When you're paying $5000 for 5 nights there, that seems like something that should be included. Overall, this is a nice spot to enjoy the lake from, just know what you're getting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to get away!
This is an absolutely fantastic place to stay. It's right on the lake with comfortable places to hang out outside even in Nov when our group of cousins stayed. Two floors with two outside areas running the length of the house; two kitchens - one up, one down. Plenty of things to do without ever leaving the property! Trash and recycling are only a 5 mile drive away and drop off is 24 hrs/day. The host, Ronald, is an excellent communicator; responded quickly to any questions. We all agreed that we would come back any time. It would be a great place to come in warmer months to get more use of the lake but even with cooler temps, it is a great place to gather with friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Brenda!
We had a great stay at the property! The house was clean, updated and fully stocked - meeting all of our needs. Very conducive for a family with multiple aged children. The teenagers loved the downstairs area with the ping-pong table and Xbox. The cove where the house is located was perfect for swimming and floating with zero boat traffic. The host was friendly and easy to communicate with. We would definitely like to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
The house was exactly as advertised. Clean and a great location. The owner made our check in very easy and was great with communications.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation!!!!
We had a wonderful time at this lake house! Plenty of room, very clean. It had everything we needed! Ronald was easy to reach and communication was great. No issues at all. Be mindful you will need to take the garbage with you and the dump is about 5-7 min away. It was fine it is Open 24/7. Almost every room has lake views. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James Lee Wilson

our stay at Penhook VA was excellent
Our stay at this lake home was very enjoyable. The owner has thought of everything from Bed to Bath. If you want to stay in a very nice home on your vacation and not have to worry about anything this is the one for you!!! We have been going to smith mountain lake for the last 30 years best rental we have stayed in by far.

10/10 Excellent

bob m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Thanksgiving week at Vrbo
This was a very nice place to host our family and friends the week of Thanksgiving. The house was very clean and the linens were very nice. There was even a child's step stool and I saw a pack'n play. The kitchen certainly had everything we needed. There was a second oven and refrigerator downstairs which was great for cooking a Thanksgiving meal. The TVs, ping-pong table and foosball table were enjoyed by all. The owner was prompt with replies to any questions and very accommodating. The view of the lake was beautiful and someone caught a 3 pound striped bass! We highly recommend this home. We hope to return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Infinity Lake View
Our family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at "Brenda." The home had been recently remodeled and was very clean. All of the décor had been updated and gave you that true lake home vibe. The beds were comfortable and all of the linens and towels were of high quality. The kitchen was fully equipped and accommodated all of our meal prep needs. The kids (and adults) spent quite a bit of time on the ping pong and foosball tables. We also enjoyed S'mores by the lakeside fire pit. One of our favorite parts about the home was the infinity-like lake views from the main floor of the house. You have a nearly panoramic view of the lake from the inside that extends onto a large deck that was great for reading, dining or napping. The lake and dock were easily accessible, unlike some other houses we have stayed in the past. The nearest grocery store is 30 minutes away, however there are smaller convenience stores that are stocked with your basic needs. For those who enjoy going out to dinner, you can go to Mexico Viejo which is within 3-5 minutes of the house. The only inconvenience about the home is the fact that the trash must be collected and dumped into a dumpster about 10 mins away, which would not deter us...........we would definitely stay with "Brenda" again!