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Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Welcome to Journey's End!
Exterior
Backyard ready for fun!
Seating for everyone!
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake Community Park
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 Master Suite 3rd floor with private balcony

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach

Journeys End brings you into your own private cove side paradise. Privacy surrounds you on every side of this magnificent Tudor waterfront property. Our home offers the perfect place for the luxury lake experience. You won't be looking at other homes but instead over two acres of pristine woods and an expansive 300 foot waterfront area with a huge gentle sloping lawn and gorgeous views of the lake from both the deck and dock area. You will feel like you have your own private park. The swimming area is ideal because it is protected from boat traffic and you can float to your hearts desire without floating away. To insure your safety we have added a dock lifeguard shock warning system to our swim area. Our water front has a great floating dock, stationary dock and a sandy beach area. When you are ready to put your feet up you can sit in the huge hot tub, or choose one of 3 decks or the lakeside dock area. Enjoy exploring the lake as you cruise the shoreline in our four complimentary kayaks or two paddle boards. At night enjoy our complimentary firewood and the lakeside fire pit area to roast your marshmallows. Every detail has been taken care of, and the quality of the home, appliances, and furnishings are unmatched. The expansive kitchen is fully equipped and your family can enjoy meals together around the large oak table with seating for ten. Granite countertops and high end large and small appliances are available for you to use. Watch movies together in the expansive great room with cathedral ceilings which can seat ten plus people. Children will enjoy the game room which can be found downstairs next to the children's bedroom. They can enjoy Playstation 3, bring their own gaming system or watch DVD's. Battle it out as you enjoy playing a family tournament on the air hockey, pool, ping pong or foosball tables. You will find high speed internet and Wi-Fi throughout the home. This home offers over 3,500 sq. feet of living space with 5 large bedrooms including a huge master suite and attached bedroom. There are 3 bathrooms, one on every floor and a half bath off the deck. Located right off the main channel of Craddock's Creek you are in a protected cove, but only a cove away from the most beautiful part of Smith Mountain Lake. We have a whole house generator to insure you are uninterrupted during your stay. The location is ideal and only a short drive to all the restaurants, boutiques, and grocery stores. There is plenty of parking for as many vehicles as you wish and plenty of room for your boat trailer. So be the first to let your journeys end be here in our cove side paradise.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Huddleston, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 25 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 64 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Coveside Paradise! WiFi, Hot Tub, FLAT Lot, Game Room, Kayaks, Beach located?

This family-friendly Huddleston holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Leesville Lake. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kathleen o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Place exceeded expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property as described. Hostess was very attentive with all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Wonderful family getaway

Our family, with 3 generations, had a wonderful time together at this home. It is exceptionally well stocked with sand and water toys, life vests, 3 refrigerators, kitchen appliances, etc. It's in a beautiful and quiet cove, just a short trip from the dam and other nice areas of the lake. The kids could easily play on the beach or in the water, and we spent many hours in the near by coves tubing and doing other water sports. This was a great house for our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Great waterfront rental

Clean, convenient, well-stocked. Perfect for families waking a waterfront Smith Mountain Lake property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D., virginia

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

Wonderful stay on the lake!

We went for a quiet girls trip and could not have found a better place to stay! The property was clean and comfortable and had everything we need and more. The views of the lake were stunning and we were even able to get out on the property’s kayaks and paddle boards in November. The kitchen was a great size and well stocked. All of us hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

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

Beautiful Home

The kids and adults loved the kayaking, swimming and fishing. Sadly, we got rained out on Sunday, but we do need the rain so I won't complain. House was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Great house for a family vacation!

We stayed here with two other families--6 adults and 5 kids ages 2-6. We utilized every aspect of this great house: great big kitchen and eating area, grill and huge deck with a great view; the young kids loved the hot tub in the AM; fire pit was a great bonus; everyone loved time on the dock and in the water in the quiet cove. Would absolutely rent this house again!

10/10 Excellent

amanda s.

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

The best time ever!!

We were celebrating my 50th birthday and we had a blast! Everything was top notch and we had so much space to congregate. We are already planning for next spring! Perfect for a family or friend group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan o., Boca Raton, FL

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

Fantastic Home and Hosts!

Great property in a beautiful quiet cove! Every detail was covered in this meticulously cared for home. Thank you for a great week spent with family! We've rented two different homes from this owner and highly recommend any property that they own! We will be back for sure. Thank-you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marilu A.

Magnificent Lakeside Home

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this property. The arrival and departure instructions were crystal clear. The house surpassed all of our expectations. There was something for everyone to do! The only bad thing about the entire weekend was having to leave. Thank you, Charles and Nancy, for allowing us to enjoy your wonderful home. My family and I will definitely stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jim M.

Fantastic SML home

Had a great week at this beautiful and well equipped home. Lots of space indoor and out. Dock and kayaks were used daily, easy walk down the gentle slope. S'more fire pit and hot tub we great too. Game room nice space for kids. (and big kids) Nothing significant to say negatively. One of our favorite stays after 10+ years coming to SML.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

Ideal Lake Vacation

What a great stay we had! This property is ideally situated on a quiet cove, where the main lake is easily accessible, but the house and dock are private. The house setup is excellent for kids--the dock and beach are viewable from both the deck and the kitchen, so its easy to keep an eye on the kids while they are swimming. Moreover, the house is extremely well-equipped, notably in the kitchen. Anytime we wanted to cook something, we'd open a drawer or cabinet and find the utensil or pan or appliance we needed. Nancy and Charles were very helpful when we spoke with them, referring us for boat rentals and such. All in all, this was an excellent vacation home and we would absolutely stay here again next time we come to SML. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie C., Cary, NC

Perfect lakefront vacation.

We had an amazing week in an amazing home. There was everything and then some that we needed with the house to have a perfect week. Rented a boat for the week which is a must if you don't have your own. Nancy and Charles are the perfect homeowners and stock their home with everything you will need! Lovely cove for swimming, awesome hot tub to relax in and a perfect back yard with fire pit and gorgeous dock for diving in the wonderful waters. I hated leaving today. Look so forward to going back again. Don't hesitate to rent this lovely Lake front home. It was everything we wanted for a relaxing and fun lake vacation! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us. Everyone had a blast.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian C., Springfield, Virginia

A Great Week at Smith Mountain Lake

We had a great week and the home had everything that was listed and it was clean and well maintained. We were in cove where the kids could swim and use the kayaks provided. Water was deep off the dock where the kids fished everyday. Inside, the game room kept everyone busy and the large screen TV was great for movies in the evening. There was wood for the fire pit. The owners provided excellent customer service to include an in-depth book that included restaurants and grocery stores and the history of the lake. They included places to rent boats. It also included directions for using all of the appliances and the kitchen had everything imaginable to cook with. I would definitely recommend this beautiful property to our friends and relatives. Three happy families from Springfield, Virginia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janine C., Newport News

Our FAVORITE VRBO Home Yet!!!

This. House. Is. BEAUTIFUL! My family and I rented it for my daughter's graduation from VaTech and it accomodated the extended family perfectly. We were able to plan a celebration that afternoon after the graduation for her friends, professors and other family to attend. The kitchen has everything you need. The backyard with the dock and the lake is exquisite. Everyone who came couldn't stop raving about how comfortable and beautiful the house was. In fact, my sister tried to rent itthis year for her daughters graduation but sadly, it was already rented. Beautiful. Truly! You won't be disappointed. We will definitely rent again!

10/10 Excellent

Lauren U.

Best Family Vacation in 25 years

Of all the vacation homes we have stayed at from lakes to the beach nothing compares to this home! We have stayed at many top of the line rentals but this one has stolen our hearts! This home is not just a rental it feels like a true family vacation home. The owner Nancy is so special to me. She made me feel so welcome like we were family. The home is beautifully decorated with everything you could ever need. She has all the dishes and kitchen accessories to have those big family meals that most of us in our busy lives do not get to experience often. We really enjoyed the meals at the big kitchen table for dinner and breakfast on the deck. It is so private you feel like you are on your own island. We had so many laughs and memories made this trip!! The water is crystal clear for swimming. The sandy beach was perfect for our four year old. She played all day and caught several fish with her little pink fishing rod! The boys enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board! There are also other water toys provided. Nice high quality floats to relax on. The fire pit was so much fun with s'mores and stories of the day. Then of course you will love the hot tub overlooking the beautiful lake! It is breathtaking. We also had family fun night in the game room! So may smiles and memories made I can not stop smiling about the best vacation ever!!! If you are looking for a very private and amazing vacation home then you have found it. I think you will find what is remarkable about this home is all the thought put into it to make it feel like "your family's vacation home". Thank you again Nancy can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dillon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as depicted in the listing and was well equipped with anything you would need! The owners of this property have gone above and beyond to ensure their guest enjoy their time at the lake and are comfortable in the house (the beds were very comfortable with mattress pads, plenty of seating for large groups, and a spacious living room layout)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JnJ L.

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

Lough's at SML

So many great things! We got a pontoon boat w/ tube and four jet skis. Everyone had an absolute blast! one evening we made smores and listened to Adam play a guitar and sing songs while the ten of us sat around the fire near the dock. Not a day of rain except when we arrived. Everything was perfect !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Family Vacation

Great home for a family to stay in. Nancy checked in a couple times to make sure everything was going smoothly. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollie K.

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

Christmas in January

We loved our vacation to celebrate Christmas in January with family. The house was beautifully decorated and just as described online. Nancy and Charles provided very detailed information for the house and surrounding area. Love our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

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

Awesome Stay at Journeys End!

Our first time at Smith Mountain Lake based on some recommendations. Journeys End was a perfect place to stay! On the water in a quiet cove with a great yard. The house has everything a family could want. Plenty of space, games, hot tub, and every kitchen gadget you can think of. Nothing missed here! Nancy and Charles are great hosts! Highly recommend! Don’t miss this one!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

E G.

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

Great vacation house!

We had a great time staying here. The house was clean, the property was well maintained and there was plenty of room for everyone. Plenty of parking as well. The dock was awesome and had plenty of space and furniture for everyone to sit and hang out. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B., Elizabeth City

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

Remote Haven

Journey's End is in a quiet, remote cove that our family enjoyed immensely. The home is lovely and well equipped. Lots of wonderful memories were made. Highly recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R., New Jersey, USA

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

Quiet Cove!

Wonderful week with family - very quiet cove with clear water for swimming. Kitchen had everything we needed and second fridge in the garage came in handy. Loved being able to have all of us fit at the dining table for dinner! Enjoyed hanging out on the dock and making 'smores by the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W., Dublin, OH

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

Beautiful home on the lake!

We rented Journey's End for a family reunion and had a wonderful time. We are all siblings and our spouses - all of us are seniors - and this place was perfect for our stay. We enjoyed using the kayaks, the paddle boards, the dock & the fire pit. There are plenty of comfortable bedrooms for the 7 of us and multiple places for dining on the deck & kitchen. The kitchen is well supplied with dishes, cooking equipment, and anything you may need. Thank you to our hosts for a very special stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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Hosted by Nancy and Charles Barrall

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