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Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Haven Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks

Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away, Beautiful Views, Kayaking, Swimming, & Fishing

Welcome to Ramsey's Retreat, located on 1.7 acres in a private subdivision. This beautiful spacious home is nestled at the end of a quiet cove, surrounded by shade trees, with a spectacular view of the lake and mountains.
It is comfortably furnished with hardwood floors, tile and carpet throughout the home. There are three bedrooms with queen sz. beds & one bedrm. with two single sz. beds. Bed linens and bath towels will be provided. Upstairs bedroom has additional A/C unit added 2019. The Master bedrm. walks out onto deck overlooking lake.
Spacious living rm. has satellite TV/DVD player & gas fireplace; & a formal dinning rm., both overlooking the lake. Fully equipped kitchen has stone counter tops and a breakfast nook with views of lake. There are three full sz. bathrooms with Jacuzzi tub in Master bath. Basement, as game room, offers a ping pong table, dartboard, putting golf strip, & another TV.
Curl up with a book on the back deck or take a short walk down to the private dock & beach area. Enjoy swimming in the no wake cove or take a relaxing ride in a kayak. You can slip your boat at side of dock; water level at dock is approximately 4.5 to 5 ft. at full pond.
Many type of wild life keep the excitement going, as well as fishing off the dock. For nature lovers there is SML State Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, & the Peaks of Otter w/ a wide choice of hiking & bike trails to choose from.
You can take a ride on the Virginia Dare to see the lake while dinning for lunch or dinner. The area is rich in history. You might want to visit the Booker T. Washington Plantation, D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, or take a tour to see how SML Dam was constructed. A drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway is a must, taking in the beautiful views of the mountains and breath taking colors of Autumn.
Across our cove & within view of Ramsey's Retreat is Mitchell's Point Marina where you can rent boats of all kinds. This Marina has a small restaurant. Another nearby Marina, approximately 2 miles away by road, is Parkway Marina.
Within a short drive or boat ride there are all kinds of restaurants from Chinese to Italian, to southern home cooking.
Also visit downtown Moneta or Hales Ford Bridge area for restaurants, shopping, & entertainment.
This is the perfect get away from the hectic pace of everyday living!

Property manager

john Ramsey

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 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
1. Bedford country requires an additional 7% Transient Occupancy to be added once booking is accepted.
2. 6 adults per group (with the exception that they are family members)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Lake Haven Marina and Virginia Dare Cruises & 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 jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 45 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬58 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ramsey's Retreat- Relaxing Get Away Beautiful Views- Paddle Boat, Kayaks located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Lake Haven Marina. Smith Mountain Lake State Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 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

8/10 Good

Brian S.

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

Fun stay

We enjoyed the lake and peacefulness.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

No need to leave vacation spot!

This was a wonderful property. So much to do for the kids, and a relaxing place for adults. The beach and boats were a lot of fun. We also loved the back patio overlooking the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood. Very well kept and plenty of room for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen I.

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

Awesome stay ! Very clean and great location ! Will definitely stay again.

Awesome stay. Great for family time.Clean and great location! Will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Girls Getaway

We had a great time and would very much like to go back sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan k.

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

Weekend getaway

We met our military daughter halfway from base. It was her 21st birthday and she will be deploying shortly so she wanted a quiet weekend getaway with water activities and bonfire. This house had everything we wanted. It was perfect for our stay. The only complaint we had was there wasn't any fish the owners are absolutely wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Beautiful Lake Front Home

A beautiful home nestled in a quiet cove. We had a very comfortable stay while enjoying the lake by day and the fire pit at night. The owners are always available if needed. We have rented two years in a row and plan on renting again for next Summer!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Family vacation

We had a fabulous time! The house was lovely and spacious! We enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

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

The home was super clean, described exactly as is, has an amazing view, and hope to stay here again

Overall 10 out of 10. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Ramsey House

What a wonderful house in a beautiful, quiet cove! The owners were very communicative and we are booking the house again for next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay with Beautiful View

What a wonderful stay. Beautiful views, especially early morning and evening! Enjoyed kayaks, paddle boats, ping pong, and porch sitting. Hosts are great and very responsive and accommodating. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lacene V.

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

Beautiful

My family had a wonderful vacation. Everything was great. Loved the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

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

Comfortable home with beautiful views

The lake access was unsurpassed. We loved the dock, the floating dock, the paddle boat and the two kayaks. We even got to use the firepit even though it was a hot weekend. The home was beautiful and comfortable. Love the different sections of the home so that different family groups had their own section and a little privacy. Thanks for a lovely visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William N.

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

Perfect getaway for the family

View from the back porch is beautiful. Kids had a great time catching fish from the dock. Paddle boat and kayak were a bonus
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lois P.

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

Beautiful property!

The house was clean and well stocked. Everything was just as shown in the listing. We all had a restful and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Beautiful Retreat

The Ramsey retreat was a hidden gem that we were so blessed to stay at. We were attending a college graduation and found this sweet place. The owners are super helpful and thoughtful. The place is immaculate, homey, and so peaceful. The location was perfect for us. We will definitely be back. We can't wait! Thank you for sharing you special retreat with us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

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

Awesome time!

When we arrived at Ramsey's Retreat and walked in the door, our eyes were drawn to the wall of windows overlooking the beauty of the lake. We had about a day or so of rain, but were able to enjoy the activities in the basement (darts, mini golf pad and ping pong). We also appreciated the quiet cove for kayaking. We were grateful the house was equipped with towels/linens and household items. The surroundings were tranquil and we enjoyed watching the deer, squirrels and birds. We are already looking forward to our next trip back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful home, excellent location

We had a wonderful vacation at the Ramsey home. They were so easy to work with when booking. This house provided my family with everything we needed, both inside and out, for a great vacation. Even better than we expected. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Charlotte, Nc

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

Very Happy

I stayed at Ramsey’s Retreat with my mother, aunt and cousin and we had the best time. We all slept comfortably, enjoyed meals on the patio and went for hikes and paddle boat rides. Would love to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Beautiful view & home for relaxing weekend

Had a great weekend at this home. House was clean, kitchen was great to cook in and well-supplied. View of lake was beautiful. We also enjoyed using the paddle boat on the lake. Fireplace was wonderful for cold nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Very enjoyable

Loved the dock and the water toys..campfire pit was nice..only pitfall was the walk back up to house from the dock
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Mountain lake retreat

The best thing about this property was the view and the accessibility to the water . It is in a great location . Mitchell's marina is close by where we rented our pontoon boat . The ping long table was loved by all . Great time .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Quality family time vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation at Ramsay’s Retreat! We were able to spend quality family time together and enjoyed the scenery and activities at the lake. The house was beautiful, comfortable, and very relaxing. I especially enjoyed hiking the trails at the nearby State Park. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Absolutely beautiful, relaxing home!

We chose this home for our vacation spot because of previous reviews and the pictures, we were not disappointed! The home met all of our needs and then some! The kids had an amazing time out on the lake, in the paddle boat available for use. The stunning views from the deck were incredible to wake up to and even more beautiful to end the day with!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

James Y., Aiken

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

Lot's of Fun!

Located in a quiet no-wake cove making the lake very good for swimming. The house is in a very quiet off the beat location. The street through the neighborhood is bike friendly! Beautiful view! This was our second stay at the property and will book this location again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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