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Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing

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At Mountain View Cove, relax in the quiet cove of Smith Mountain Lake and enjoy deep clear water perfect for fishing or swimming. With a spacious deck overlooking the lake, unwind with family and friends while using the Weber Propane Grill for delicious meals.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8269 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing

  • Welcome to Mountain View Cove

    Nestled in the desirable Mountain View Shores community at the lower end of Smith Mountain Lake near the dam, Mountain View Cove offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and breathtaking scenery. Tucked away in a peaceful deep-water cove, this beautiful lakefront retreat invites you to relax, reconnect, and enjoy some of the most spectacular views on the lake.

    The home's open-concept main level is designed for gathering and making memories. A comfortable living area flows seamlessly into the spacious kitchen and dining area, where panoramic lake and mountain views create the perfect backdrop for every meal. The dining table comfortably seats eight, while the well-equipped kitchen offers plenty of space for multiple cooks to prepare everything from quick breakfasts to family feasts.

    Step outside onto the expansive lakefront deck, furnished for relaxation and outdoor dining. Fire up the Weber propane grill, enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the water, or unwind with a sunset cocktail as the lake glows beneath the mountains.

    With four comfortable bedrooms and an additional lower-level family room featuring a large TV, there's plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax. Ample parking accommodates multiple vehicles and boat trailers with ease.

    The large grassy yard gently slopes toward the dock, providing easy access to the water. The cove's deep, clear water is ideal for swimming, fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Guests often enjoy watching fish swim beneath the dock in the crystal-clear water.

    For even more fun on the lake, five kayaks and one stand-up paddleboard are available for guest use. Community boat ramp access is included, making it easy to launch your boat and spend the day exploring beautiful Smith Mountain Lake.

    Whether you're planning a family vacation, a fishing getaway, or a relaxing lakeside retreat, Mountain View Cove offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

    ## Amenities & Accommodations

    **Linens and towels are always included** in your reservation, so you can pack a little lighter and settle in immediately upon arrival.

    **Please note:** Pets are not permitted at Mountain View Cove.

    ### Sleeping Arrangements
    **Main Level*** Bedroom 1: King Bed
    * Bedroom 2: Queen Bed + Twin Bunk Beds
    **Lower Level**
    * Bedroom 3: King Bed
    * Bedroom 4: King Bed

    The home is licensed for up to 8 guests.

    ### Entertainment & Connectivity
    Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the home. All five televisions are equipped for streaming, allowing guests to log in to their favorite services during their stay. Please remember to sign out of personal accounts before departure.

    *Please note: The fireplace is decorative and not operational.*

    ## Exploring Smith Mountain Lake
    https://www.visitsmithmountainlake.com/

    Life Jackets: The home has owner life jackets for use, which mostly address adults of normal build. We make no representation as to their fitness for use. If you use our life jackets, please return them to the house before checkout. We urge you to buy and bring your own Coast Guard approved life jacket for each person, especially each child, specifically chosen to fit the child at their current age, size, and weight. Inflatable floats, tubes, noodles and rafts are NOT safe personal floatation devices.

    Adult Supervision: We urge you to always have an adult present on the waterfront and docks when children are outside. Always require the kids to put on their life jackets.

    Boat Rental: The nearest marinas to our home include:

    Mitchells’ Point Marina – (540) 484-3980
    Parkway Marina – (540) 297-4412
    Craddock Creek Marina – (540) 297-7325

    What to expect from the home? The kitchen is well stocked with housewares and cookware, coffee maker (with k-cup or pot), 4 slot bagel toaster, and crock pot. You will find a supply of paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, disinfectant spray and/or wipes, dish soaps, and laundry soap. The supplies are meant for more than one stay, so please use only what you need, and leave any remaining for the next guest. We urge you to call if a stocked item is missing, or any other questions. The beds are made (except for bunk beds) with sheets and towels provided by a professional linen service. No daily maid service is provided. Trash cans must be moved to the top of the driveway before Saturday morning. Please fill one trash can at a time. There are five televisions, all capable of streaming. You may add your own streaming service, but remember to remove when you leave. There are kayaks included at the house along with one SUP, with paddles. If these are used they must be returned where they were found, because the transition and cleaning staff takes inventory to identify any missing items prior to the next guest arrival. Do not leave paddles unattended we charge 50$ to replace when missing. Paddles Sink.

    The ping pong table is enclosed in a room with a door downstairs with other games and puzzles. We typically have spare batteries in the kitchen drawer, but if missing, please reach out and we can try to help. The fireplace is for decor only, it is not operational.

    TRASH DAY IS Saturday during prime season. Please… remove trash from the home into a bin at the front of the driveway before Saturday so that trash will be picked up.

    What to bring?

    Bring food and beverages, snacks, water bottles, spices, coffee, tea, and bagged ice, there is an ice maker, but it does not produce enough to fill coolers. These are locations for groceries and convivence items.

    1. Dollar General Market, Open 8am - 10pm daily, 10 minute drive 12285 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston, (540) 296-4007 (Large selection)
    2. White House Corner Store, 10 minute drive, 11674 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy
    3. Food Lion, ABC, Dollar Store, Moneta, 20 minute drive, 14807 Moneta Rd
    4. Kroger, CVS, Urgent Care, Hardy, 30 minute drive, 80 Westlake Road

    What to bring?
    · Bring your own paper plates, plastic silverware, food storage containers, plastic bags, roasting pan, crock pot bags, etc.
    · Bring your own toiletries, including shampoo, conditioner, soaps, lotions, skincare, tooth-brush, toothpaste, and body soap.
    · Bring your own sunscreen, bug spray, first aid kit and thermometer.
    · Bring your cell phone (no landline at the house), chargers, and gaming devices.
    · Bring your own beach towels, swimwear, water shoes, sunglasses, goggles, water flippers, etc.
    · Bring your own coast guard approved life vests, floatation devices, tubes, etc.
    · Bring your own pack n play or booster seat for children, none are provided.
    · Bring your own fishing poles, and bait or lures.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywere within 25 feet of structures.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please see email for checkin and checkout info.
Welcome! We are excited to share our Lake house with you! Owner Name: Rick & Cheryl Markus Property Address: 211 Sherwood Drive, Huddleston, VA 24104 Contact: 804-922-9994
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Bedford County noise ordinance, 11pm - 6am https://----------------
Renter is responsible for damages

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please bring child's life jackets properly fitted

Events

No events allowed
Quiet non destructive gatherings are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywere within 25 feet of structures.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet non destructive gatherings are welcome.
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 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 area

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in the mountains 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 kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Huddleston travel guide
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Images of the hydroelectric Smith Mountain Dam on the Roanoke River in Sandy Level, Virginia.
    Smith Mountain Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Empty state park beach on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.
    Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Liberty University Freedom Tower Sunset
    Liberty University
    55 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park
    50 min drive - 57.3 km
  • Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
    57 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mitchell's Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Napoli By The Lake
    46 min drive
  • Mexico Viejo at Penhook
    47 min drive
  • Lumpkins Grill
    51 min drive
  • Tiff's Lakefront
    22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing located?

This family-friendly Huddleston holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Leesville Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Deep Water / Mountain View Waterfront / 3 King Beds / Kayaks, SUP, Deck Relaxing Reviews

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great Lake House

Lovely home and location and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

mike r.

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

This was a lovely home and accommodated our needs very well. We especially enjoyed the fire pit and the kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Wonderful host and beautiful home.

We had such a great time. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Plenty of room and beautifully decorated. We had an awesome view of the lake. I’m so thankful for the opportunity to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Wonderful family vacation

Perfect vacation for me and my family. Wonderful view great amenities. The kayak and standup paddleboard made it very memorable. Cheryl was always available and very responsive when we had an issue would definitely return to this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M W.

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

Great Getaway

Excellent location, very nice home, great, quiet getaway. Cheryl provided great useful information. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Love lake living

This week we had the best time we’ve ever had at the lake! Four generations of love and laughter- the house was perfect in every way. The owners were super nice and responsive and the house met every expectation. You can tell a lot of thought was put into this property to make it feel like home away from home. Excellent place - would love to stay again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

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

The Perfect Lake Stay

My family and I loved our week at Mountain View Cove. The house was great in so many ways. There were ample areas for gathering and it was beautifully furnished. The well-stocked kitchen never failed us when we were preparing meals. Everyone enjoyed the dock for fishing, swimming and kayaking. And the views from both the house and lake were spectacular! A perfect lake vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Magical Week

Had the most amazing week at the end of October. Kayaking everyday on Smith Mountain Lake was a dream! Perfect weather, awesome house with a great view and easy access to the lake. Will definitely return.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Fabulous Week!

Our family of 7 adults and our 8 month old granddaughter had an amazing week at this beautiful property. The upper porch is amazing! The dock has beautiful views with clear deep water for swimming. The kayaks and paddle board were a nice amenity along with the ping pong table providing entertainment for all. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Thanksgiving gathering

Photos alone do not do justice for this property. Beautiful view. Beautifully decorated. Owners are very accommodating and have everything you could possibly need at your disposal. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

An excellent week

The house exceeded expectations. It was more beautiful that the pictures and was so well equipped I couldn't believe it. The beds were comfy, the sofas we comfy, the view was amazing and the lake was perfection. We would absolutely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd and Jennifer H.

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

Fantastic Getaway

Property location and amenities were fantastic for a week away with family and friends. Super relaxing and a ton of fun. Ability to relax of the dock, paddleboard, kayak and even bring in a boat and jet skis made it perfect. Quiet cove near the dam avoids the congestion of some other parts of the lake. Would definitely recommend!! Owner's were very responsive to questions and had even made some improvements after we booked. The new deck with cover was fabulous for eating or just relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos T.

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

Worth the drive

Adults (6) and children (2) had a great time on the property and the water. We came down from Massachusetts for my daughter-in-law's graduation at Liberty U. We traveled back and forth (between Lib U and the rental house) several times. The drives were extremely scenic but the house and the lake made it worthwhile on their own. Would do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A H.

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

Perfect time on the Lake

We had a wonderful time! The house was perfect for our two families to come together, there was plenty of room. We had kids from 2-5, one teenager, and a few adults we all equally enjoyed our time and never ran out of things to do. We rented a boat from near by and my husband had no problems finding the house and docking the boat. The house had just about everything we needed, which was good because any kind of store was atleast 20mins away. It was beautiful, big, spotless, in the perfect location and we will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Amazing place!

My family had a wonderful week at this house. Had everything you needed plus more—lots of towels, water toys, paper goods, games and even had suntan lotion and face wipes. Kitchen had lots of pots, bakeware and small appliances. short walk from house to dock, great view, lots of seating at the dock and deck with covered roof, lights and fan, and also had open area to relax in the sun. Had one day of rain and enjoyed playing games and ping pong, Cheryl was quick to respond to questions/issues (very minor). We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and super prompt, helpful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Family vacation

Had a wonderful time! The house and property was as advertised and we couldn’t have been happier with our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Beautiful property on the lake

We had a great stay. It was a hot week so when we weren’t on the water, in the shade at the dock, we were in the beautiful covered porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

wonderful

a beautiful setting and a very helpful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome family vacation at this property. The home is beautiful, great location, clean, had all we needed. We enjoyed swimming off the dock, kayaking, fishing. The outside deck was a great place to sit with family afterwards. The deep water allowed us to rent a pontoon boat and tour the crystal clear lake. Cheryl responded immediately to our questions. We would definitely recommend this home and would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Go Jump in the Lake!

Great property. Cheryl was very responsive to all of our questions. House was well equipped with plenty of room. We enjoyed the covered dock for shade and back porch. The cove is quiet but has plenty of open fresh water and sun. Short boat ride to the dam area for boating and water sports. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard & Kathleen E.

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

Another wonderful stay!

Loved this property so much in 2021, we returned in 2022! Great hosts! Lots of water toys! House was lovely, and met all of our needs, for a relaxing getaway this summer! Fun time had by the adults and kids in our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard & Kathleen E.

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

Fun Time Had By All!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed this property! Great location and great amenities. Just far enough into the cove for peace and quiet with a serene view of the mountains. We also enjoyed the view of activity on the lake in the distance, beyond the cove. Plenty of room in the house for our family and plenty of water toys to enjoy down on the dock. Truly a fun time was had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Terrific Hosts

This rental was very clean and inviting. Despite the fact that we were there on a mostly chilly, rainy long weekend. We were able to take full advantage of the house. Plenty of room for puzzling, reading, gaming, movies family dinners, etc with two or three of the above going on at any given time. When the weather allowed, we loved to sitting on the dock. Went kayaking. And we're very grateful for the covered deck which allowed us to sit outside even when it was raining and enjoy the beautiful view. Cheryl was great to work with. She answered my questions promptly. And they provided one of the best equipped kitchens we've ever rented. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

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

Vacation Spot for Your Crew

A great property for a large group of friends to enjoy a vacation. Large seating areas with a well stocked cookware kitchen. Quiet coves to use the on-site kayaks. Plenty of seating on the dock to enjoy the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022