Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch
We’ve got everything you need at the Serenity House, a private water front home on Claytor Lake. Just minutes from I-81 with easy access to Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Radford & all they have to offer. With a private dock space that has 2 decks, you can enjoy the sun while staying dry or floating your cares away in the wake-free cove! Enjoy your morning coffee with incredible lake views, and spend your evenings in the hot tub year-round that open year round!
We want to make sure you have the utmost convenience! You'll be provided an access code to the main entrance prior to check-in. We can be reached by phone, text, or email, during the duration of your stay.
The house is located in the New River Valley and is on Claytor Lake directly across from the state park's public boat launch. The very quiet neighborhood has a private road with little traffic and is conveniently located within 5 minutes of Exit 101 of Interstate 81. The house sits directly on Claytor Lake with a dock for your own private access to the water. Only 30 minutes to Virginia Tech and 20 minutes to Radford University, and 3 minutes from Claytor Lake State Park. There are many wineries and breweries throughout the area. The area is great for a summer lake vacation, a fall get-away to enjoy the beautiful fall colors, or a peaceful winter retreat.
All areas of the house, decks, and dock are open for access to guests. The dock available for use by renters and their guests for sun-bathing and swimming, there is space for renters to dock their own boat. The boat lift will be used by the property owners occasionally and the rental does not include use of the owner's boat or boat lift.
Lakefront Getaway Overview This cozy lakefront home is perfect for families or groups, offering relaxation, entertainment, and stunning water views.
Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and dining for 6 Comfortable living room with sofas, fireplace, and TV Entertainment room with arcade games and extra seating Outdoor Features
Private dock for swimming, fishing, and relaxing Deck with outdoor seating and a grill Hot tub Extras
Laundry room, Wi-Fi, and ample parking Enjoy lakeside fun, cozy interiors, and plenty of space to create unforgettable memories!
When you arrive, you will follow Honeysuckle Ln until you get to W.H. Smith Drive and follow the one-lane gravel road to the front of the lake. The house will be the paved driveway on the right. There is space for a maximum of three vehicles in the driveway. All vehicles must be parked in the driveway and never on neighboring properties. The road coming into the area is tight, so if you plan on bringing a trailer or larger vehicle of any type contact the host for help with where you can park it.
You’ll have the property all to yourself. The owner may store his watercraft on the dock, so they may be by to use those occasionally. There are two security cameras on the property they are set to record video only and have views of the driveway, street and dock. The driveway has room for 2 cars, if additional space is needed contact host for information on additional parking. - Coffee Maker (Regular & Keurig)
The outdoor grill is charcoal. Charcoal may or may not be available during your stay, so we recommend bringing your own to ensure you have what you need.
-Propane (for grill use): 1. There MAY BE a propane tank available at the house. 2. If you see a tank, you may use it for the grill. 3. If the tank is empty, guests are responsible for refilling it. 4. We DO NOT provide propane refills.
We cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment. Please message us before arrival with any severe allergies so we can confirm whether accommodations are possible.
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Dryer
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch on 28 June 2026 start from NZ$520, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront with Hot tub and Dock, across from State Park boat Launch located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Claytor Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Claytor Lake State Park. Newbern Historic District and Randolph Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our second stay at this property. All went well! House is well stocked, nice big layout.
Craft Media Inc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2025
Thanks, Steven! We’re so glad to host you again and happy the home’s layout and amenities worked well for your stay. We look forward to your next visit!
–Blue Ridge Escapes Team
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary Ann W.
17 September 2025
The house was clean. The beds were comfortable. A tv with
Mary Ann W.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Thank you, Mary Ann! We’re happy to hear the home was clean and the beds were comfortable. We appreciate your stay and hope to host you again.
– Blue Ridge Escapes Team
We had a pleasantly warm fall stay at this lakefront home with the bonuses of having a hot tub and dock access with the ability to use kayaks. The dock has 2 floors, with an upper gate that opens to allow people to jump into the deep lake, as extra fun for kids. Communication with the host was easy. The road in is only 1 lane, but we were lucky enough not to run into any problems with this. The nearby state park is beautiful and has pretty extensive hiking trails.
Kerith L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Kerith, thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We're glad you enjoyed the warm fall weather, lake access, hot tub, kayaks, and the fun two-level dock. We appreciate your note about the road and are happy everything went smoothly. We’d love to have you back for another relaxing stay.
– Blue Ridge Escapes Team
Had a great Easter weekend with son from VT.The house was the perfect getaway!We will be back again!Kayaks and dock were great!!Giving it 5 stars based on the factsIn the reviews!Pay attention to the detailed directions….:It is a little tricky and yes it is a roadDriveway can be challenging
kris k.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, Kris! We’re glad you enjoyed Easter at the lake and loved the kayaks and dock. We look forward to welcoming you back for another getaway!
-Blue Ridge Escapes Team
Very clean and well supplied with all necessities. Enjoyed the stay. Communication excellent. Decided to extend stay a couple days and that transaction was quick and simple. Have already rebooked for future stay. Highrereccomend
William W.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much, William! We're thrilled you had a great stay and really appreciate your kind words. It's wonderful to know that extending your visit was smooth and that you’ve already rebooked—that means a lot to us! We look forward to welcoming you back to the lake soon.
-Blue Ridge Escapes Team
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, kitchen was well-stocked, and the hot tub and docks were enjoyable. The driveway is a bit steep and narrow. However, it is managable. I would stay here again, for sure!
Lisa T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house clean and well-stocked. It's great that you were able to enjoy the hot tub and docks as well. We appreciate your feedback about the driveway being steep and narrow, but manageable.
We're thrilled to know that you had a positive experience overall, and we would be more than happy to welcome you back for another stay in the future.
We enjoyed our stay here. Nice big kitchen area, TVs in every room which the kids enjoyed. Hot tub was in a great spot where you could look out over the lake while we stayed warm in the 40degree weather :)
The driveway is quite steep and short so keep that in mind as you approach it for the first time.
Craft Media Inc
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the amenities like the kitchen and hot tub added to your experience. Regarding the driveway, while it is a little steep, it is commonly used and offers parking for at least 2 vehicles. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future!
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was comfortable and welcoming (a big plus for Thanksgiving!) and the location on Clayton Lake was very beautiful. Hard to believe it was so close to the interstate. Sitting on the upper deck of the dock watching lake life during the day and the stars at night was a treat.
Brenda R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2023
Brenda, We're very happy you enjoyed your stay! You're welcome to stay with us anytime.
When we stayed (early March) the lake and its surroundings were peaceful and quiet. The house is small, but accommodated our family of eight, and dog, just fine. The kitchen was pretty well stocked, and the host was quickly available when we had any questions. The kayaks and fishing gear with your own dock was a huge plus.
Bryan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful and quiet surroundings during your stay. Thank you for choosing our property, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified
6/10 Okay
stacey k.
27 August 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Vacation
We had some concerns with this property and hope they will be addressed.Management was responsive. Overall we had a good time.
stacey k.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that management was responsive to your concerns and that overall, you had a good time during your stay. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll make sure to address any concerns to improve future experiences. We appreciate your stay and hope to welcome you back for an even better stay in the future!
We stayed here during the recent heat wave and enjoyed being on the lake, in the lake, and being able to have our own boat with us to boat around to beat the heat. This was the first time we have taken our young dogs on a vacation with us and they loved the dock and water. The home's AC was outstanding! The driveway and limited parking was a challenge for us having the boat trailer to deal with. We ended up having to store it at a storage lot, which was inconvenient. Other than that, the property was good.
Brenda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, Brenda! We’re thrilled you and your pups enjoyed the lake and dock during the heat wave. We appreciate your feedback on parking with a trailer and hope to see you again!
– Blue Ridge Escapes Team
Overall the property meet expectations. The home was clean and well put together. Hot tub was clean and fully functional. Fishing was good and easy with a spacious dock. The driveway is steep with limited turn around space but other than that no issues.
Jeffrey M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the clean home, functional hot tub, and spacious dock for fishing. We appreciate your understanding regarding the steep driveway; we include information about it in our listing to ensure guests are aware in advance. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
We had 4 adults and a 3 year old and 2 dogs for the week. The house was clean,large kitchen area and living room.
We encountered rain each day and the effects of Hurricane Helene. The weather could have been better, but we had fun anyway. I would recommend this home.
John W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad to hear you made the most of your stay despite the rainy weather and Hurricane Helene’s effects. It’s great to know the house met your needs and provided a fun and comfortable space for your group. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Blue Ridge Escapes for a sunnier visit in the future!
Best regards,
Blue Ridge Escapes
This was our first time using VRBO but with the kids getting older we need more space than a hotel. We absolutely loved this house. The hot tub has a beautiful view of the lake, my son caught the biggest bass he ever has off of the really nice dock and the house had everything you could need. A wonderful long weekend even if the weather was a little chilly.
Teresa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2024
Thank you for choosing us for your first VRBO experience! We're thrilled to hear that your family enjoyed the extra space, the beautiful views from the hot tub, and that your son caught his biggest bass off the dock—what a memory! We're glad the house had everything you needed for a wonderful weekend, even with the chilly weather. We look forward to welcoming you back to Blue Ridge Escapes for another great stay!
Best regards,
Blue Ridge Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
9 July 2024
Fun house in a great location!
The serenity house has so many fun amenities for families, including 4arcade games, a wonderful 2 level dock, kayaks and a nice hot tub overlooking the lake. The house had plenty of hot water for our six guests and was very clean and free of bugs
The rental company was easy to work with, And responsive to questions while we were there. neighbors were kind and helpful. We we will always look back with good, funny memories on our time here.
Lisa
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cyndi B.
21 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Access to this property is extremely difficult. Steep is an understatement and if you are driving a truck you can not turn around. The road coming in is extremely narrow only one vehicle can pass at a time and if you come across another vehicle one of you will have to backout..you are literally on a ledge. We were lucky that there was a house two doors down that we could turn around in but if they had any vehicles there that would not have been an option. The place itself was nice enough. The air vent was extremely dirty. See attached photo.
Cyndi B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you, Cyndi. We’re glad you found the home nice and appreciate your honest feedback about the road and air vent. We’ve addressed the vent cleaning and are working on adding more detailed access info to the listing to ensure guests are better prepared.
– Blue Ridge Escapes Team
My daughter attended Virginia Tech and we have visited many many times and stayed in Blacksburg. We decided to stay just outside and came across this listing on Claytor Lake. The house was perfect for 6 guests. The hot tub was clean and worked great. The location was very convenient to the highway and VT. Great value. Water pressure was a little low and the driveway was very difficult to maneuver. Recommend modifying listing to instruct guests of one way road to house and to use the turn around at the end of the road.
CHARLES E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found our house on Claytor Lake to be perfect for your group of 6 guests and that you enjoyed the clean and functional hot tub. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the water pressure and driveway maneuverability, and we'll certainly consider updating the listing to provide clearer instructions for guests. We're glad you found the location convenient and felt it offered great value. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Elizabeth F.
2 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Lake House
Was ok but parking a nightmare Streets awful especially at night no street lights your not even riding on a road looked like a dirt path and covered with leaves the owners need to put a guard rail of some kind to keep car from falling in the lake plus owner’s has parking up above house should put in a wooden stairway to come down to the house no way driveway can hold 3 huge cars like a Ford Expedition and Silverado truck we parked one car and then hiked up the mountain to the space where two other vehicles were parked but we had a great time considering the vehicle issue
Elizabeth F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you had a great time despite the challenges with parking. The driveway and parking situation are detailed in the listing, but we’ll revisit the description to ensure guests are fully prepared. We appreciate your suggestions regarding a guardrail and additional stairway access, and we’ll take them into consideration for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back to Blue Ridge Escapes for an even better experience next time!
Best regards,
Blue Ridge Escapes
Serenity House worked well for our family during VT's spring 2024 graduation. The property is located on a quiet, no wake zone, knob of Claytor Lake. It was the perfect place for fishing and swimming. The home was appropriately advertised. Both the home and decking are older but clean and tidy. The directions were a bit misleading, Waze actually got us there easily. There should be more description of the very small road leading in, the steepness of the driveway and tiny turnaround areas. It's a good thing we didn't bring our pickup trucks - they wouldn't have made the turnarounds or fit in the driveway. Overall - we enjoyed our stay at Serenity House!
Stacey T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience at Serenity House. We’re glad it worked well for your family’s VT graduation celebration and that you enjoyed the fishing and swimming. We appreciate your feedback on the directions and driveway details—this is valuable for improving our future guests' experience. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Susan M.
18 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Very dated. Failure to replace broken and ripped items
Very dated. All of the deck furniture was broken and cushions were ripped. For a property on the lake that promotes outdoor activities this was very disappointing. Inside was dated but clean. Hot tub was filthy and I had to call the property management to come put chemicals in it. It was not safe to enter the whole stay. Very dangerous. Also the driveway is extremely steep. One car maximum. Beds were comfortable. Good thing we were really only there to sleep.
Susan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found the beds comfortable and the home clean. We’re sorry to hear about the issues with the deck furniture and hot tub. We’re actively addressing these concerns, including updates to the deck and improvements to the hot tub maintenance. We do include information about the steep driveway in our listing to help guests plan accordingly. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Though small, the property feels spacious. It is not fancy but just right for family with 2 small boys. The hot tub was filthy but the property manager was very prompt to call and send someone out and correct the pH. Warning: there is no dishwasher so if you use a lot of dishes (as we do) expect some work. The biggest surprises were how to access the property down the rocky diet road (not visible from pictures), get up the steep driveway (impossible if it was snowy or icy) and turn the car around! Tips would have been helpful, but we figured it out. The grill worked well and the lake deck is new. TVs and internet worked well! It is a nice, quiet spot to look at the lake and relax, close to 81 and visit several nearby towns.
Jillian D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you endjoyed your trip. We apologize for the initial issue with the hot tub, but we're pleased that we were able to get the issue resolved immediately for you as this did not meet our expectations for your stay. The driveway can be tricky at first, but we do try to warn guests about it and provide instructions for how to navigate the road to the house. We're pleased that you enjoyed the nice, quiet spot with lake views and found it convenient to explore nearby towns. Thank you for choosing our property and for sharing your experience. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future and provide an even better stay.
My 20 year old daughter and I enjoyed our stay here. She mentioned that the furniture was “outdated, but okay”. I didn’t mind the older furniture. Every couch and bed was very comfortable! I guess I should start at the beginning. As stated in the description, the driveway is very steep. There is a single lane road that leads to the house. If there had been a vehicle coming the other direction, there was nowhere to pull over. However, we did not see any other vehicles on the road during our stay. The entire house was very clean on our arrival.It was the cleanest rental property in which I’ve stayed.We enjoyed the hot tub and the arcade games. The WiFi signal was great. Each bedroom had a smart television, which was nice. We didn’t get a chance to enjoy the dock this trip.The house was very well stocked with toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, cleaning supplies, air fresheners, coffee supplies, spices and more! There was a nice welcome basket for us that we appreciated! There were plenty of supplies for cooking and eating, too.The rental company was great as well! They responded almost immediately when I had questions after I booked our stay. Check-in was easy. I would definitely stay here again!
Cindy H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you, Cindy, for your detailed review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the comfort, cleanliness, and amenities. We appreciate your tips about the driveway and look forward to your next visit!
-Blue Ridge Escapes Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MicheleJ
25 January 2023
Wonderful Stay
Very clean with a beautiful view. Just stayed for a few days to relax and get away and this home did not disappoint! Host was excellent with communication before during and after the stay. Will definitely stay here again!
MicheleJ
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jennifer S.
2 December 2025
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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