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Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake

Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake

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View from the sun deck down the cove toward Mariners Landing.
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View from the sun deck up the cove.
Quintessential lake cottage with hot tub, king bed, master bath, and much more!
Front porch.

Overview of Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Enjoy the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake State Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationHickory Hill Vineyards19 min drive
  • AirportLynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake

This two-bedroom, two-bath cottage offers the ambiance of gentler times with all the comfort and luxury of the present! Sweet By and By is a quaint and peaceful home located on a very quiet street directly across from the entrance to the State Park. The setting is beautiful in the spring and summer, and even lovelier in the long, warm Virginia fall. Yet, the wooded lot, fireplace, and hot tub make Sweet By n’ By very private and cozy, and also the perfect place for a long winter weekend getaway. This home is truly wonderful during anytime of the year and the ideal place for one or two couples, or a small family.

The one-level cottage style home is located on the Craddock Creek channel of beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. The cove offers deep, wide water that is great for swimming, boating, or cruising around in its five-person paddle boat or canoe. The home has central air, a laundry room, and a kitchen that is fully equipped for all of your cooking needs. Appliances include a full-size refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, and blender. The kitchen is also stocked with dishes, glasses, flatware, pots, pans, and cooking utensils. The hot tub and gas grill are located under the carport, so they remain functional even in the event of inclement weather.

In the living area, a 50” HDTV is connected to cable TV with an expansive HD programming package, a DVD player, as well as a Netflix subscription. High speed wireless internet and a wireless Printer/Scanner/Copier office machine afford the opportunity to extend a weekend stay and work remotely if needed. A gas fireplace is available (except during the summer) to take the chill out of the morning air and provide a cozy, romantic setting in the evenings. Additional 40" and 32” HDTVs and Blu-ray DVD players are available in the bedrooms, as well as Netflix service.

Looking out to the lake is a sunroom furnished with a rocking chair and lounge chairs, which are ideal for enjoying morning coffee or quiet evenings. It is a perfect way to appreciate those great lake views or to relax with a good book. The room opens to a lighted walkway. Off the top of the walkway is a fire pit equipped with a cooking grate and tools to enjoy campfire cooking. The walkway leads to a porch swing situated on a landing by the lake. The landing area can be warmed by a second fire pit. At the end of the walkway is a large dock with a sun deck. The dock’s amenities include: electrical outlets, lighting, a covered boat slip, a hoist that is designed to accommodate either one V-hull boat or up to two jet skis, and a floating dock that is outfitted for mooring boats. It is a great spot for swimming, fishing, waterskiing or just kicking back and enjoying the sun! After enjoying a day on water, spend a leisurely evening around the warmth of the fire pit or pitching horseshoes, if you are looking for some friendly competition.

An RV port (w/ water and electric) is available near the entrance of the property. The property is also conveniently located near Mariners Landing Golf Course and would be ideal for a foursome interested in a golf weekend. The 5th hole at Mariners Landing, a par 3 over water, can be seen directly across the cove from the property.

Amenities Include:
Private Wooded Lakeside Site, Near Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Central Air Conditioning and Heating
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, and 2 Queen Sofa Beds
2 Full Bathrooms
5 Person Hot Tub
HD Cable TV with Pause, Rewind, and Recording Functions
Wireless High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wireless Printer/Scanner/Copier Office Machine
2 Fire Pits, 1 with a Cooking Grate
Gas Grill
Deep Water Dock with Sun Deck and Boat Lift
5 Person Paddle Boat
Kayak with Oar
Paddle Board with Oar
2 Person Canoe, with Oars
Personal Flotation Devices: 2 Adult, 1 Child and 1 Infant
Large Air Conditioned Lakeside Sunroom
Fully Equipped Kitchen with Ice Maker and Dishwasher
Custom Cabinetry Throughout
3 HDTVs, 3 DVD Players (2 Blu-ray capable), and Netflix Subscription
Portable Stereo
Fully Equipped Laundry
3 Person Swing at Lakeside Landing
Horseshoe Pit
Telephone with Local and Domestic Long Distance Service
Separate 30'x18' RV Shelter with Water and Electric Connections

Included in the nightly rate are administrative fees covering the Registration Fee and and a Damage Waiver Fee. The Damage Waiver Fee provides $1,000 in accidental damage protection.

There are discounts for weekly stays during the summer that are built into my pricing which are not reflected in the nightly rates shown on the calendar. You will see the discounts after entering your dates into the "Accurate Pricing" tool.

Property manager

Marc

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Dogs are welcome with a $30/day pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

About the area

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. The Zone and A Goode View Alpaca Farm are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 13 min walk
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 19 min drive
  • National D-Day Memorial - 37 min drive
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • White House Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Mexico Viejo - 38 min drive
  • Mitchell's - 20 min drive
  • Lumpkins Marina - 59 min drive
  • The Dam Grill - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Hickory Hill Vineyards and Leesville Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
33 yrs Anniversary
The place is even better than the pictures! We arrived in time to watch the Eclipse from the backyard ! Stargazing by the firepit was Spectacular! The Ramulose winery was closed but opened for us and they are a wonderful couple! State park had Amazing sunset from fishing dock ! We used the fire place every day and enjoyed the hot tub n use of grill. We only wish we had booked for longer ! Communication w owner Marc was excellent ! We would most definitely love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet, indeed!
Precious, cozy cabin with updated tech. Great view, property owner is responsive and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good get away
It was a good atmosphere to be able to disconnect for a few days.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smith Mountain Lake. Unit Sweet By and By
Very comfortable, clean, lake front property. Brought our 12 year old dog along. Multi level open staircase from back porch to dock. This was a challenge for an old dog. Amenities were nice, especially the large hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Very nice and right by the lake. A perfect weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marc

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I absolutely fell in love with Smith Mountain Lake on my first visit in 2004. Now I feel extremely fortunate to be part of the lake community. By making my home available to others, I sincerely hope many more can enjoy the lake as much as my son and I do.

Why they chose this property

Sweet By and By is the quintessential lake cottage. It’s quaint, cozy, private, and everything you think of when imagining a place at the lake. It’s the ideal vacation place for a small family or romantic getaway for a couple.

What makes this property unique

Dog friendly (with flea and tick certification), hot tub, gas logs fireplace, kayak, paddle board, paddle boat, canoe, wireless internet, HDTVs and HD programming, sun deck, sunroom, deep water at the dock, horseshoes, and conveniently located near the state park.

Languages:

English
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