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Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove

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A two-story house with a balcony, a flag, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A covered deck with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a lake and trees.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of a balcony.
A wooden dock extending over a calm body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy hill with a house in the background.
A modern interior with a curved sofa, wooden flooring, a kitchen with a bar area, and a large window with a sailboat view.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Smith Mountain Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove

Your Lakefront Adventure Awaits!



Wake up to sparkling water views and spend your days splashing, boating, and kayaking right from your own private dock. Grill out on the deck, gather around the firepit as the sun sets, and make every moment unforgettable at Smith Mountain Lake!



This spacious home has room for everyone with three bedrooms, a cozy loft, and a private downstairs suite. Bright, open living spaces and two decks overlooking the lake make it the ultimate setting for family fun, relaxation, and memory-making.



For your convenience, the home includes a washer and dryer. Guests may bring their own towels and linens or easily arrange local rental—just let us know and we’ll provide the details!

Additionally, the property is equipped with an outdoor Ring security system on the upper and lower decks.



Why settle for ordinary when you can have the lake at your doorstep? Book your getaway today and experience Smith Mountain Lake the way it’s meant to be enjoyed!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please stay on fixed dock (the one with the diving board) and do not trespass onto floating dock.
Park only in gravel area behind house. Do not block the fence to neighbors property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2381528vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Liberty University - 51 min drive - 67.4 km
  • Berglund Center - 57 min drive - 68.2 km
  • Tanglewood Mall - 61 min drive - 88.7 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hudson Haven Lakefront w Private Dock + Firepit Sleeps 8 Quiet Cove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina. Lake Haven Marina and Leesville Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JS G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to Hudson Haven for our final summer send-off before school starts back up. We loved the home and the location. Extremely clean and the host was excellent with prompt responses to any questions I had. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place! So peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great Place to Stay!

We loved the property and thoroughly enjoyed the trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very kind and quick to respond. The house was the perfect cozy get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

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

Great lake trip!

Took a trip with some friends to celebrate some birthdays and this rental was great! Communication with the host was also awesome! Definitely will travel here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Liz, So glad you all had a good time during your stay! Thanks for being such great guests. We look forward to having you back soon! Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our family … plenty of space. View was beautiful and lovely decks to enjoy that view. Very nice, quiet neighborhood … off the beaten path. Loved being right on the water and able to go out on the lake anytime. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Kelly! We’re thrilled to hear that your family enjoyed our home and that you loved the views, decks, and quiet location. It’s always our goal to provide a relaxing, comfortable stay, and we’re so glad you felt right at home on the water. We would be happy to welcome you back anytime! 😊 Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week at the lake! It was relaxing and beautiful. We enjoyed having coffee on the deck, swimming off the dock, kayaking, and the fire pit at the house. The state park was fun and the boat ride at Virginia dare was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
Carissa, thank you for the kind words! We are so glad that you enjoyed your relaxing week at the lake! Come back and visit again soon! 😊 Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Lake home!!!

Great Lake home!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Rebecca

Great place to stay!! Perfect location. We were even greeted with fresh flowers on arrival!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great stay!

Highly recommend. Communicative host, home has lots of space, and the cove that the house is situated in is very convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

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

Fantastic place for quick weekend getaway

Great place for two families to enjoy a long weekend. Owner was very communicative and everything was in great order. Would return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2024
Meg, thank you for the compliment! We hope you made some wonderful memories in our home over the weekend and you all will come stay with us again! 😊 Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

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

Great house!

This house was perfect for our family Thanksgiving celebration! Exceptional communication with host, very clean, nicely decorated, comfortable living spaces on all levels both inside and out! We highly recommend considering this location for your next lake get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
I'm so glad you were able to enjoy your holiday at the lake, Gwen! We hope to have you visit our home again soon! Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Smith Mountain Lake

We had a great time and the property was perfect for our group of 8. The kids rarely left the dock unless we were out on the lake. They were swimming, kayaking, and fishing all day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thanks for the review, Mike! Happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay and got some quality time in on the lake. We hope to have you all back soon! 😊 Sarah
Verified review

8/10 Good

vanessa r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and check in was easy. The only challenge was traveling with bedding and towels for our whole family that took up a lot of room in the car. The kids loved swimming and jumping off the diving board. The kitchen had most of what we would need and the place was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words! I’m glad to hear the kids had fun in the water and that check-in went smoothly. We do offer linen rentals through a local company for guests who’d rather not pack their own. Hopefully next time that can help free up some space in the car! 😊 We’d love to have you back anytime. Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Weekend getaway

This was a great place to stay with amazing views and tranquility! It was so quiet at night and perfect for looking at the stars while enjoying a fire. We managed to see two shooting stars!! Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2024
Kevin, thank you all again for staying with us! The lake is a truly magical place at night- the view of the stars are unmatched! Glad to hear you got to experience the peaceful evenings with your group. We hope to have you all back soon! Take care. Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesa C.

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

Hudson Haven

We all enjoyed our stay. We spent time floating off the dock, paddling kayaks. We also rented a boat and saw more of the lake. The water is a refreshing temperature.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to celebrate our marriage anniversary. Sarah’s place was awesome. Peaceful, calm. Just what we were looking for. Love it. We enjoyed the firewood and firepit. Sarah was very communicative and offered a lots of assistance. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sandra l.

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

Lake setting

This place was very relaxing. Deep water at docks. Parking was tight.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lily E.

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

Grad Celebration

Great vacation home. Lots of space for everyone. Clean and well maintained. Lots to do for everyone and relaxing for ones who didn’t want to do much. Thanks for proving such a wonderful space. Loft area could use a couple of cute hooks since there is no closet space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
Lily, Thank you so much for your feedback! I’m so glad you and your family enjoyed the house. Adding hooks to the loft area is a great suggestion! 😊 I appreciate you being great guests and hope to host you again soon. Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon S.

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

Great stay

We had an excellent stay. Very spacious property. The couch in the living room was quite comfortable for pur group during hang out time. Enjoyed using the grill and the gas fire pit. The cove was really pleasant and quiet. The owner is super responsive to quick questions. Would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Gordon, I’m so glad you and your family had a wonderful week at the lake! We hope you’ll return to Hudson Haven in the future to make more memories! Take care, Sarah
Verified review

8/10 Good

Taylor H.

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

Great spot on the lake

We had a great time at the property. The neighbor’s dog likes to come by and was super nice. I would have liked to know prior that there was only 1 roll of TP and 1 roll of paper towels and 1 dishwasher detergent provided for the stay so we could have planned sooner for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2024
Hi Taylor! So glad you all enjoyed your stay! The information about what is provided is listed in the rental agreement that I send over upon booking under the “Toiletries” section. However, I apologize for the inconvenience if it caught you off guard. I hope you and your crew will return in the future! Take care, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Best Family Vacation Ever

We had an amazing stay at this property! Beautiful home located in a quiet cove. The house was very well kept and immaculately clean! The large sectional couch was so comfortable! The kids thoroughly enjoyed the dock with free use of kayaks and the paddle boards. They even caught a few fish off the dock! The diving board was also a plus! The host Sarah was very helpful and responded to our questions within minutes. There's a Market Dollar General Store 5 minutes away! We highly recommended this property and plan on returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your family had such a memorable time and enjoyed everything—from the sectional couch to fishing off the dock. 😊 It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you and your family back anytime! Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

Great hosts, great house, great experience. Thank you!

We had a great experience overall with our stay at this home on Smith Mountain Lake. Great location, with the marina just 10 minutes away, the State Park close by, etc. Sarah, the owner, was great from the very first communications throughout our experience. We had loads of fun on the stand-up paddle boards that were included with the rental. We fished, swam, boated, floated, etc. House was great and had all we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Joseph, thank you so much for the wonderful review! It is so great to hear when other families love this place as much as we do. I’m glad you all thoroughly enjoyed the lake and the house. Come back soon! Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

A simply magical week.

I grew up going to Smith Mountain Lake and I have been wanting to re-create those memories with my own family and children. I picked the perfect home. The home was perfectly situated in a calm cove where my family could safely swim and play on rafts and jump off the dock. The home was clean, comfortable and inviting. I can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience and hope to plan another trip there soon. Great communication, plenty of space for four adults and three children. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Stephanie, I am so glad you were able to get your family to SML and show them the lake that you grew up loving! I always cherish hearing about the wonderful family memories made at our home— we have made many there as well over the years. We hope you make it a yearly tradition as we would love to have you all back very soon! Until then, Sarah
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was nice and clean. Looked smaller in person than the pics but that is normal. Everything was as described. No issues except the ice dispenser on the fridge makes a horrible noise and does not work and the sink in the upstairs bathroom was clogged up. These were minor issues and we really enjoyed our stay on the property. Wish the weather would have been better to enjoy the lake and dock more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! We’re glad to hear you found the house clean and that you enjoyed your stay overall. We appreciate you bringing the ice dispenser and bathroom sink issue to our attention. We’ve since scheduled maintenance to address both items promptly so they won’t affect future guests. While we can’t control the weather, we do hope you’ll return again soon to enjoy more time on the lake and dock under sunnier skies. Thanks again for choosing our home! Take care, Sarah

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Nickerson

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Hello!
Our family has owned this home for around 25 years and we are excited to share it with others who share our love for the lake! My family and I reside in WV. I am a pharmacist with two children who both love the lake as much as I do. We have enjoyed coming to the lake for my entire life and we are looking forward to sharing it with you!

Why they chose this property

This property is in a quiet cove, away from the main hustle and bustle of the lake. The relaxing environment makes it perfect for families with children to swim at the dock, relax on the decks at the home, or read a book while taking in the beautiful scenery of the water.

What makes this property unique

We take great pride in our home and hold it's cleanliness to the highest standards. We have recently installed hardwood floors throughout. The decks on the home provide a perfect view of the dock and the lake, perfect for parents or grandparents who want to relax on the deck while watching the kids swim! There is an upper level and a lower level each with it's own living, kitchen, and dining area- perfect for families who want their own space or separate families traveling together!

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