Your Personal Oasis Awaits You. Beautiful Lake Front Home overlooking State Park
About this house rental
This is a beautiful 3 story, 4 bedroom, 3500 square foot, lake front home that overlooks Smith Mountain Lake State Park from the double deck dock. TOP DOCK MAY NOT BE JUMPED OFF OF AS WATER IS NOT DEEP ENOUGH! Lower level: Rec room with pool table, child's foosball table, Wii, Playstation 3 with Blu-Ray capability, karaoke machine, wet bar with refrigerator, TV (with Directv), DVD, card/game table, full bath, bedroom with Queen bed and access to outside patio with table and chairs Adirondack seating, and four Trex rocking chairs. Plus a wide variety of board games, puzzles, bocce ball, ladder ball, lawn darts, corn hole, and volleyball/badminton can be found in the rec room for outdoor play. Main level: California King Master Bedroom and private bath with jacuzzi tub and separate shower, wireless high speed internet, great room with piano and ceiling fan that opens to deck with gas grill, Trex Adirondack seating with side tables and a spiral staircase to lower level patio, TV (with Directv), DVD with 136 movie library, dining room that opens to a screened porch with ceiling fan, table and chairs, half bath, laundry room with full size washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchen with spices, salts & pepper, cooking oil, bluetooth speaker, island with seating for four, large deep sink with garbage disposal , separate vegetable sink with garbage disposal, TV, double oven, gas stove top, dishwasher, microwave, blender, Margaritaville frozen drink mixer, griddle, toaster, rice maker, 7 qt. Crock pot, butlers pantry with 46 bottle dual zone wine refrigerator and complimentary coffee/tea bar with two coffee pots (Keurig & a twelve cup Ninja coffee pot with filters), complete with an assortment of Donut Shop, Dunkin, & Starbucks K-cup coffees, Dunkin ground coffee and Bigelow teas, french press, electric kettle, and coffee bean grinder, plus many more additional cooking amenities. Upper level: Loft with Library containing adult, young adult, teen and children’s books, with comfortable chair, lamp and ceiling fan. One bedroom with Queen bed, full bath in hall and one bedroom with two Twin beds (additional children’s games and books in closet). High speed unlimited WiFi is provided through Xfinity/Comcast! Other Inside: Trash service on Thursdays, linens and bath towels/hand towels/washcloths (all bleached and washed in dye and fragrance free detergent), dishwasher detergent, night lights in every bedroom and bathroom, starter every day necessities (paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags), as well as hand soap provided in every bathroom. Other Outside: * Two REI Emotion Adult kayaks (275 lb. Max). * Two Lifetime Adult sit on top Kayaks (225 lb. Max). * Six Lifetime youth, sit on top, kayaks (130 lb. Max). * Two Lifetime Freestyle Adult paddle boards (220 lb. Max). * One canoe. * One paddle boat. * 7 life vests. All on site for your enjoyment. *** Upper dock furniture with cushions and 2 side tables are NOT available during the winter months. 2 lower dock patio tables, 6 chairs and umbrellas are available all year round*** Please note that this is a NON SMOKING/VAPING and PET FREE home of any kind due to a severe allergy of the owner to dogs and cats! ALL personal boats must be put into the water at either the Smith Mountain Lake State Park or at a public boat launch and then driven to our dock. Driving vehicles on the grass/any part of the property or to our dock is PROHIBITED! All cars must remain on the driveway.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(55 Reviews)
5.0
Cathy’s house is located on a small cove that is very private and very quiet. As described, it is a large home with bedrooms and bathrooms on all three floors, allowing us to spread out. The spacious deck provides a fantastic view of the lake, and a great gathering place, as did the large and well equipped kitchen.
We especially enjoyed the well-stocked, coffee and tea bar, eating dinner in the screen porch, relaxing on the two story dock and floating on the lake. The proximity to Smith Mountain State Park was also a big plus. Given the very warm weather during our week here, we also appreciated the very effective AC system, which has not always been the case in other houses we have rented.
Cathy was super responsive to all our questions and provided very clear instructions. All of the light switches etc. are clear marked. There were some nice extras, such as boxes of tissue's in every room and charging cords, that is not always provided in rentals. Thank you so much.
5.0
We had a great time. The house was great for our family and exactly what we expected. Cathy was a super host and I could not have asked for anything more!
5.0
This home is lovely inside & out. It is well cared for, very clean, and extremely well equipped and comfortable. There is plenty of room for many guests. The property owner is responsive to communications - rental, check in and check out we’re a breeze. Once we arrived with our groceries, we had no reason the leave! The location on the lake is delightful and the well equipped dock and sitting area were fantastic.
5.0
Our family has a wonderful week at the property. The house is in a great location and wonderful view. We loved the screened in porch, kayaks, and pedal boat.
The check in process was very simple.
5.0
We had four adults and four kids (ages 10-14) stay at Cathy's house and we all LOVED it. There was plenty of space for us all to spread out both inside and out. The kitchen was well stocked, and the new grill was a hit! We absolutely loved the double decker dock! The views are to die for! We also really enjoyed having those views but also being in a private area. We also made great use out of all the kayaks, canoe, and paddle boards. We would HIGHLY recommend this property as it was perfect and Cathy was so great to work with!
5.0
House was lovely-kitchen well stocked, lots of board games and entertainment, beautiful dock. Owner was very friendly and considerate. Overall wonderful property!
5.0
Cathy’s home is absolutely stellar. Our family of seven stayed for a five day graduation celebration and we only had to come with our food and our clothing. We have been renting all over the world for years and have never had such a well-stocked, well organized home.
The property itself is incredibly green and peaceful with lots of lovely nature. The dock and available recreational equipment was in perfect condition and such a great place for the family together and bond. The lake was one of the most beautiful we have seen.
Cathy was incredibly responsive, informative and patient. We highly recommend this home, and hopefully will have an opportunity to stay here again soon!
5.0
Great space! Loved the screened in porch. Beautiful dock access. Quality pool table family had fun playing!
5.0
The house was great! The location and the lake were terrific! The boathouse with the upper deck was spectacular ! And Cathy our host could not have been nicer or more responsive !!!
10.0
This place is perfect. The owner goes above and beyond creating the perfect oasis on the lake. She is also always accessible and responds to any issue immediately. Wish I could give more stars!
5.0
We loved this house and it’s location on lake in a very private cove. The house was very clean. Cathy was very easy to work with and responded immediately to our questions. House layout worked great for our family (brothers with spouses and 2 kids each). Our only “surprise” was you don’t really have a big view of the lake from the house because of the way it’s situated and the dock isn’t visible from the house at all. Compared to other places we’ve stayed at SML we LOVED that this house didn’t have stairs to get to the dock and so ultimately it worked out fine but was just not what we expected at first. Highly recommend this house! We’d definitely rent it again.
5.0
The host was extremely helpful!
Our host offered helpful guidance with nearly every aspect of our stay. We were given great advice on boat rentals, fishing, restaurants, groceries, etc. She really went out of her way to make our stay pleasant and enjoyable. Be aware that the water level of the lake does rise and fall. So if you dock a boat on the fixed dock, take care when securing it (consider leaving some slack in the ropes). And the house has a really nice kitchen, so you can easily cook meals in it if you don't care to drive to restaurants.
5.0
Lovely owner, lovely property.
As described (in detail). Would definately return.
5.0
Great vacation
We had a good time, and the property was really great. The owner was very helpful and attentive. The property is setup better than most places we have stayed. We would definitely stay here again in the future.
5.0
Everything was great!! We loved the openness of the house to hang out together, and spent all day on the dock and in the water! Bonus points for the couches, umbrellas and fans for the upper dock!! Cathy was great to work with, extremely helpful, and really made our vacation easy and enjoyable. The little extras go a long way, and we’re super appreciated! Thanks for a great stay and sharing your home with us!
10.0
Everything was great!! We loved the openness of the house to hang out together, and spent all day on the dock and in the water! Bonus points for the couches, umbrellas and fans for the upper dock!! Cathy was great to work with, extremely helpful, and really made our vacation easy and enjoyable. The little extras go a long way, and we’re super appreciated! Thanks for a great stay and sharing your home with us!
5.0
We have been vacationing at SML for years and have never had an experience like this! The house is perfect, the dock is amazing, and the owner is so helpful, friendly, and invested in this home! We are definitely returning!
5.0
Our family felt right at home!!
Everything was great!! We loved the openness of the house to hang out together, and spent all day on the dock and in the water! Bonus points for the couches, umbrellas and fans for the upper dock!! Cathy was great to work with, extremely helpful, and really made our vacation easy and enjoyable. The little extras go a long way, and we’re super appreciated! Thanks for a great stay and sharing your home with us!
5.0
This home was absolutely perfect for our family! We had two kiddos graduating a week apart from nearby colleges so this home became our home for 10 days. It was truly delightful to have such a beautiful place to have our family all together and to celebrate some big accomplishments! So many wonderful features to this home: spacious, extra clean, very functional kitchen, coffee bar, screened in porch, piano, games galore, pool table, beautiful dock, kayaks and paddle boards and so much more! Cathy, the owner/host, was wonderful in providing all required info for check in and just overall great communication! We had an amazing stay and can’t wait to go back!!
5.0
Great home has everything you need which makes you feel at home. Beautiful views down by the lake. Great and peaceful vacation spot come check it out.
10.0
This home was absolutely perfect for our family! We had two kiddos graduating a week apart from nearby colleges so this home became our home for 10 days. It was truly delightful to have such a beautiful place to have our family all together and to celebrate some big accomplishments! So many wonderful features to this home: spacious, extra clean, very functional kitchen, coffee bar, screened in porch, piano, games galore, pool table, beautiful dock, kayaks and paddle boards and so much more! Cathy, the owner/host, was wonderful in providing all required info for check in and just overall great communication! We had an amazing stay and can’t wait to go back!!
5.0
Family vacation and graduations
This home was absolutely perfect for our family! We had two kiddos graduating a week apart from nearby colleges so this home became our home for 10 days. It was truly delightful to have such a beautiful place to have our family all together and to celebrate some big accomplishments! So many wonderful features to this home: spacious, extra clean, very functional kitchen, coffee bar, screened in porch, piano, games galore, pool table, beautiful dock, kayaks and paddle boards and so much more! Cathy, the owner/host, was wonderful in providing all required info for check in and just overall great communication! We had an amazing stay and can’t wait to go back!!
5.0
BEST STAY EVER!!
We have been vacationing at SML for years and have never had an experience like this! The house is perfect, the dock is amazing, and the owner is so helpful, friendly, and invested in this home! We are definitely returning!
5.0
Awesome vacation spot.
Great home has everything you need which makes you feel at home. Beautiful views down by the lake. Great and peaceful vacation spot come check it out.
5.0
Lake Effects was perfect for our long weekend getaway, but would have been great for a whole week as well. We just wanted a place to relax and unwind at the lake with 3 college-weary young adult children on fall break, and this was great. The house is in a very nice part of the lake, in a quiet neighborhood right across from the State Park, just off the main channel on a side bay, so it is quiet, but super convenient to everything. The boat dock is great, with a 2nd story, albeit just down the yard a bit from the house, but it's great for the water-friendly family that wants to enjoy the canoe, kayaks and paddle boat that were provided by the host family. Cathy and her family thought of everything, and we didn't need or lack for one thing. The house is large, so all of us had our own space, out of each other's way, and it is well appointed, so we literally did not need anything but our clothes and food/drinks. It has an AWESOME coffee bar, and she even provided pods for the Keurig machine, but we brought our own as well. If you are looking for a nice retreat for up to 6-8 comfortably, this is a great choice, but 8 is the max, so don't even think about more. The County sets the rules on that, which is actually nice, because you know there won't be giant wild crowds. The neighborhood was VERY nice and quiet and there was a resident deer family that walked around everyone's yard, which was nice to see. There is an afternoon or evening sunset view from the house and boat dock and that is really nice. All in all, we highly recommend LAKE EFFECTS, because the host Cathy, is a Super Host, and she really takes good care of the house and her guests with excellent communication and supplies. ENJOY!
5.0
Large, welcoming home!
Lake Effects was perfect for our long weekend getaway, but would have been great for a whole week as well. We just wanted a place to relax and unwind at the lake with 3 college-weary young adult children on fall break, and this was great. The house is in a very nice part of the lake, in a quiet neighborhood right across from the State Park, just off the main channel on a side bay, so it is quiet, but super convenient to everything. The boat dock is great, with a 2nd story, albeit just down the yard a bit from the house, but it's great for the water-friendly family that wants to enjoy the canoe, kayaks and paddle boat that were provided by the host family. Cathy and her family thought of everything, and we didn't need or lack for one thing. The house is large, so all of us had our own space, out of each other's way, and it is well appointed, so we literally did not need anything but our clothes and food/drinks. It has an AWESOME coffee bar, and she even provided pods for the Keurig machine, but we brought our own as well. If you are looking for a nice retreat for up to 6-8 comfortably, this is a great choice, but 8 is the max, so don't even think about more. The County sets the rules on that, which is actually nice, because you know there won't be giant wild crowds. The neighborhood was VERY nice and quiet and there was a resident deer family that walked around everyone's yard, which was nice to see. There is an afternoon or evening sunset view from the house and boat dock and that is really nice. All in all, we highly recommend LAKE EFFECTS, because the host Cathy, is a Super Host, and she really takes good care of the house and her guests with excellent communication and supplies. ENJOY!
5.0
Lake Effects 2
Would you like a relaxing, peaceful stay at a lovely, well-appointed home with every kind of amenity available to make your stay special? This is the home. We had such a very nice time!
5.0
First of all, Cathy is a gracious, understanding and responsive host. Everything about Lake Effects 2 ensures a relaxing and enjoyable experience. The kitchen has everything that an accomplished cook needs. The water toys and dock ensure total enjoyment of the lake. Even if bad weather is experienced, there are plenty of activities in the house to pass the time. We saw deer every morning and evening of our visit. This is the location to relax and create memories that will last a lifetime.
5.0
Everything was perfect! The house is extremely nice and spacious. Super comfortable and relaxing. Beautiful views from every level. The lake is a short walk away with an upper deck perfect for spending the days and viewing the sunsets. The water is clean and clear. Great for swimming. Definitely take advantage of the canoes and kayaks provided. You won't be disappointed.
This was my first visit to Smith Mountain Lake and it definitely won't be my last. I loved this house and its location. It really is a private oasis for making special memories.
Thank you so much for allowing us to use your home, its is sincerely appreciated. We had a wonderful time!
5.0
The Ultimate Getaway
First of all, Cathy is a gracious, understanding and responsive host. Everything about Lake Effects 2 ensures a relaxing and enjoyable experience. The kitchen has everything that an accomplished cook needs. The water toys and dock ensure total enjoyment of the lake. Even if bad weather is experienced, there are plenty of activities in the house to pass the time. We saw deer every morning and evening of our visit. This is the location to relax and create memories that will last a lifetime.
5.0
We sure did enjoy the Lake Effects!
Everything was perfect! The house is extremely nice and spacious. Super comfortable and relaxing. Beautiful views from every level. The lake is a short walk away with an upper deck perfect for spending the days and viewing the sunsets. The water is clean and clear. Great for swimming. Definitely take advantage of the canoes and kayaks provided. You won't be disappointed.
This was my first visit to Smith Mountain Lake and it definitely won't be my last. I loved this house and its location. It really is a private oasis for making special memories.
Thank you so much for allowing us to use your home, its is sincerely appreciated. We had a wonderful time!
5.0
We loved our stay! We booked this to come with another couple but they were not able to come. So it was a nice little get away for my husband and I. House was extremely spacious, very clean, and all the amenities of home!
Cathy, the host, was wonderful. We chatted via text leading up to the trip, she texted to make sure we arrived okay, and even texted final instructions the night before checkout. I loved reading her story and the story of the house!
The neighborhood was excellent as well. Plenty of places to run/walk and not a lot of traffic.
A great get away! We will definitely be back!
5.0
Excellent
We loved our stay! We booked this to come with another couple but they were not able to come. So it was a nice little get away for my husband and I. House was extremely spacious, very clean, and all the amenities of home!
Cathy, the host, was wonderful. We chatted via text leading up to the trip, she texted to make sure we arrived okay, and even texted final instructions the night before checkout. I loved reading her story and the story of the house!
The neighborhood was excellent as well. Plenty of places to run/walk and not a lot of traffic.
A great get away! We will definitely be back!
5.0
Location was perfect being in a cove and quiet yet great for skiing and tubing. Extremely kid friendly property with lots of water toys and games. Overall a excellent experience
5.0
Kid friendly
Location was perfect being in a cove and quiet yet great for skiing and tubing. Extremely kid friendly property with lots of water toys and games. Overall a excellent experience
5.0
This house is located in the best spot on the lake -- quiet cove yet close to the main channel, across from the State Park so a lovely view, and there is only a very gentle incline to the lake (it was easy for the 85 year olds in the group to walk). The house is stocked with everything you need on vacation -- from games, to movies, to a complete kitchen. Cathy the owner is lovely to work with. We had a very special week.
5.0
Lake Effects is the perfect getaway.
This house is located in the best spot on the lake -- quiet cove yet close to the main channel, across from the State Park so a lovely view, and there is only a very gentle incline to the lake (it was easy for the 85 year olds in the group to walk). The house is stocked with everything you need on vacation -- from games, to movies, to a complete kitchen. Cathy the owner is lovely to work with. We had a very special week.
5.0
Cathy was a wonderful host and very quick to respond to our questions. The property was beautiful and we enjoyed the dock most of all. Would love to stay there again.
5.0
House has everything!
We loved this property because of all that was in it and around it, but most of all because of the responsive owner who was quick with a reply to help or explain or just try to take care of us. My family especially enjoyed the piano, the many games, the pool table and foosball, and all of the outdoor extras. Would definitely rent again given the opportunity.
5.0
Nice house and great location on the lake.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Smith Mountain Lake?
The average price for a rental in Smith Mountain Lake is $522 per night. This rental is $231 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Your Personal Oasis Awaits You. Beautiful Lake Front Home overlooking State Park. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Your Personal Oasis Awaits You. Beautiful Lake Front Home overlooking State Park pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Your Personal Oasis Awaits You. Beautiful Lake Front Home overlooking State Park?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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