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Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and fireplace

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Private kitchen
Living area
Bathroom
Bathroom
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Halesford Harbor Marina
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!

This delightful cottage is a must-stay for anybody looking for a get away to Smith Mountain Lake! The Hummingbird Cottage is a two-bedroom, one-bath home with 2 queen beds and a queen-size sleeper sofa. It's the perfect retreat for a couple's getaway or a small family escape!

The Hummingbird Cottage offers an open floor plan with a living room and an updated kitchen. The kitchen has a large refrigerator and stainless steel appliances. The living room has plenty of seating with a large wrap-around couch, and two chairs that face the wood-burning fireplace. The bathroom has a sink, toilet and shower. The living room and bedrooms are all equipped with flat-screen HDTVs and Blue-Ray DVD players. Relax near the wood-burning fireplace and watch one of the many movies, play board games, or get lost in a book. Wireless Internet is provided.

There are many outdoor spaces to enjoy at the cottage. The deck provides a peaceful, wooded setting to enjoy the views while relaxing or cooking on the gas grill. A gravel, switch-back path leads down to the dock. The dock is a great place to swim, fish, float, and enjoy the sunset. Two kayaks are available for our guests during their stay.

The dock is large enough to tie up a boat and jet ski. Electricity is available at the top of the stairs near the dock for recharging boat batteries. Public boat ramps are located at Hale's Ford Marina and Oak Grove- both within 15-20 minutes of the cottage.

The Hummingbird Cottage is conveniently located by water and land to many of Smith Mountain Lake's shopping and attractions, including Bridgewater Plaza, local wineries, Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Food Lion grocery store, and the Diamond Hill General Store. All are within 10 to 20 minutes of the cottage.

Note: A gravel driveway leads down a hill to the cottage. Boat trailers should not go down the driveway- the turn around area near the cottage is not large enough. Boat and jet ski trailers can be parked at the top of the driveway in the trailer parking area. Please notify owner if you plan to bring a boat/trailer.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cottage is on a slope.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well-trained dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to the shared driveway, no more than two cars may park in front of the cottage..
Minimal noise after 10PM outside.
The property is not suitable for those who have difficulty walking up and down moderate grades.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this cottage is on the waterfront. Halesford Harbor Marina and Webster Marine Center 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 jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Halesford Harbor Marina - 20 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Bridgewater Plaza - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 24 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 41 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 41 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lago Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Moneta Library and Halesford Harbor Marina. Moneta Park and Webster Marine Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time staying here and we were very pleased! The house was very clean and comfortable, including the beds. Communication was great and very detailed. Loved that! The location was great, close to the Bridgewater Plaza and Food Lion! We also enjoyed bird watching and seeing deer. We loved having the private dock and kayaks! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
My son enjoyed kayaking
Lots of wildlife
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

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

Wonderful cottage!

Super clean and comfy cottage on the water. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Getaway

Nice quiet place, fishing was very good from the dock
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Great Stay

Highly recommend this place for a great time and a relaxing vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Great place!

Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Owen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was perfect. We spent the majority of our time on the boat. It was so convenient to tie it up at the dock and swim in the private cove. The property was so secluded and quiet. A deer almost walked right up to us while we were on the dock! We had 2 dogs that had a blast, too. The cottage was immaculately clean and had EVERYTHING we needed (and then some). Life jackets, fishing poles, flashlight...the list goes on. Literally just need your food and clothes. Not to sound cheesey, but we truly felt like family. Little things like the air condition was set to 67⁰ with the fan running when we arrived, enough towels for the whole neighborhood, and rolls and rolls of TP that didn't feel like sand paper, tells me that the host is very generous and actually cares. 100% would stay again and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emaculada C.

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

Softball getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The view is absolutely gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Hummingbird Cottage

Sweetest Cottage, beautifully decorated, extremely clean, great views. Warm and welcoming. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great cottage with view of water!

Nice deck to view lake and forest. All amenities provided. Overall excellent cottage. Driveway very steep but ok to navigate carefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

Peaceful getaway

Peaceful place to get away from City life.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in process was good other than I was told my door code was the last 5 numbers of my phone number and 2 hours before check in, it was changed. I did receive a message from the host however I was driving and didn't notice it until I couldn't get in. Host was very responsive when I text her and I was quickly able to get in the cottage. Kitchen was really good, well supplied, lots of ice in the freezer. If I would mention anything it was the lighting in the kitchen was poor. We eat late and cooking was a bit challenging if you were reading a recipe. I was using my cell phone light. It would be helpful to add more lighting, either under counters or brighter bulb above the sink. Other than than, stay was great and cottage was lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie H.

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

Great home away from home

We really enjoyed the cottage for our stay in SML. It was perfect for our little getaway. The owners are great and super quick to respond to questions. The cottage was very clean and everything easy to find. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Great 4-Day Stay

Had a great time. House size was perfect for our family (2 adults - 2 young kids). Clean, with enough privacy. Spent most of our time on the dock, hanging out, fishing, and it was also great to have as we rented watercraft on multiple days. Would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Hummingbird Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Hummingbird Cottage. It was well equipped and had everything we needed. The cottage was as pictured and very clean! The location was convenient to grocery shopping and restaurants. The water view was lovely and very relaxing! Perfect place to unplug, play some board games, read, and explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

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

Post Holiday Getaway Weekend

The cottage was beautiful and so was the view. Kali was wonderful to work with. Looking forward at going back in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jentrinque

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

Soooooo Relaxing!

We had a fabulous time. The place is clean and beautiful and the location right on the lake is lovely. We had such a good time just floating around in the cove, and also enjoying using the record player and sitting out on the deck. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

10th Anniversary Trip

Me and my husband stayed at the Hummingbird Cottage for our Anniversary and had a wonderfully relaxing stay. The Cottage is located at the end of the cove, so it was very peaceful. We had so much fun kayaking and playing games on the balcony. We plan on booking again and bringing our children. It's a beautiful place to make memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim W., Virginia Beach

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

Great vacation home and hosts!

Graham and Kali are wonderful hosts and they have a great home. Beautiful home and location with loads of wildlife. Early morning coffee on the deck was amazing, quiet, and peaceful. Communication with Graham and Kali was great and they really made the process so easy and convenient. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

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

Beautiful Setting

The house was perfect for our girl's weekend. The home was clean and had everything we needed. The lake setting was quiet and peaceful. We especially enjoyed hanging out on the dock and kayaking in the cove. I would highly recommend! Kali was great with communication :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

April F.

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

Cozy and Relaxing

My daughter and I had a lovely stay at the Hummingbird Cottage. Upon entering, the space smelled so fresh and clean! The home is very cozy, and had everything we needed to enjoy our time at SML! The owners are very responsive and even checked in via the app to make sure we had everything we needed. This is a perfect little place for a romantic and quiet getaway for two. I’ll definitely consider this property for future visits with my husband to the lake. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful location, lake view. Only 2 other houses close by so no traffic at all. House is very clean and comfortable. Very nice deck. Host was very pleasant and responded promptly the one time I had a quick question. Fully equipped kitchen. Games and books for use. Close to grocery and nice restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELISHA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean place. Nicely decorated. Everything you could possible need.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meeta J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very attractive and comfortable. It was a quiet area with water access as well as a short drive to shops and SML state park
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrei P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was cute and quaint. It was exactly as described. The kitchen was stocked with everything you need. All towels, linens and paper products were included. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY H.

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

Perfect Smith Mountain Lake Getaway!

This is our fourth year in a row staying at Hummingbird Cottage and we are already looking forward to coming back next year! The cottage is a great size for my husband and me, and we appreciate the private dock with kayaks, fire pit and wonderful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Taylor

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Hello! It's nice to cross paths with you! Here's a little about us...
My husband and I live in Stafford, Virginia. We have three sons- two in college and one in high school. I am a teacher at my youngest son's high school. My husband retired from a twenty+ year career in the Marine Corps and is now working as a project manager in Manassas, VA. My husband and I have been looking to purchase a lake cottage/cabin for a few years. Two years ago we rented a condominium at Smith Mountain Lake and fell in love with the area. In April 2021 we found exactly what we were looking for- a little cottage on the lake! We are both working full-time and are not able to visit the lake as frequently as we'd like to. Since it's available much of the year, we thought we'd share it with others who love the lake just as much as we do! We hope you enjoy your stay!
~Kali and Graham

Why they chose this property

My favorite things about the cottage:
-Having morning coffee on the back deck
-Relaxing on the dock in the afternoons watching all the water fun
-Getting exercise by taking walks down to the point
-Grabbing lunch at the Diamond Hill Country Store (roast beef sandwiches are my favorite)
-Fishing off the end of the dock
-Kayaking around the corner to Jake's Place
-Grilling on the back deck
-Eating at Napoli Cowboy (it's a 20-25 min. car or boat ride, but it's worth it)

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