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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bath 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bath 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bath 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake
Enjoy lakefront living with an eclectic twist in our 1960's Aframe style home. The house has 3 floors with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The main floor has an open area with a living room, kitchen, and dining area with a large deck for great views of the lake. The lower level has a living room that opens up to a partially covered concrete patio overlooking the lake with a gas grill and a charcoal grill. The garage door opens to a ping-pong table and several other board games to enjoy.
We have a natural beach area with a firepit and seating, a floating and fix dock with a boathouse with a few lounge chairs, plenty of noodles for floating, 4 kayaks, and 1 canoe you are welcome to use ( please leave, noodles, kayaks in the boathouse when not in use)
Boating and fishing licenses are required by the state. Please bring life jackets they are required by law when using the kayaks.
We have a natural beach area with a firepit and seating, a floating and fix dock with a boathouse with a few lounge chairs, plenty of noodles for floating, 4 kayaks, and 1 canoe you are welcome to use ( please leave, noodles, kayaks in the boathouse when not in use)
Boating and fishing licenses are required by the state. Please bring life jackets they are required by law when using the kayaks.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 5221705vb
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 in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Huddleston, VA
What's nearby
- Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Lake Haven Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- beach near Eagles Roost - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- Liberty University - 52 min drive - 67.7 km
Getting around
- Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
- Mitchell's Restaurant - 22 min drive
- Mexico Viejo at Penhook - 53 min drive
- The Little Mule Cafe - 50 min drive
- Napoli By The Lake - 40 min drive
- Lumpkins Grill - 55 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$784, 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 Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cardinals Nest Smith Mountain Lake located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Smith Mountain Lake and Lake Haven Marina. Smith Mountain Lake State Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Kip Darling
Professionally managed by an established vacation rental and property management firm, local to Smith Mountain Lake. Casago SML is a licensed VA real estate broker, Robert M. "Kip" Darling, Principle Broker. All guest funds are maintained in a Trust Account in a bank in Virginia.
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