Walls Of Glass Overlook Tranquil Deep Water Cove - Incredible Mid-Lake Location
House in Smith Mountain Lake, VA
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
This converted California Contemporary sits waterfront and features an upper level with a vaulted glass wall overlooking a beautiful, tranquil, deep water cove on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. Located just minutes from Halesford bridge and the pulse of the lake either car or boat make this the perfect vacation destination. Enjoy lake views from every room, great amenities, and a convenient location while enjoying a wonderful getaway on the water.
Upper Level:
You will enter the atrium and its vaulted skylight before coming to the stunning lakeside wall of glass and the spectacular view of Smith Mountain Lake provided on two sides within the living room. The living room is adjoined outside with a sitting area connecting to the screened porch and path to the dock. In Addition to the seating area, the living room has a fireplace, large screen TV, foosball table and opens to the dining room.
To the left of the atrium you may spoil yourself in the nearly 400 sq ft master suite with a private entrance to an additional 200 sq ft of screened porch truly bringing the “Outside In”. Featuring a King bed, fireplace, ceiling fans, and a walk-in closet make this a destination home for both a romantic getaway as well as a family vacation.
To the right, a fully equipped kitchen opens to the dining room with its own lake view.
Lower Level:
Not to be outdone by the stunning views offered by the living room the lower level living room boasts its own lakeside wall of glass and view of Smith Mountain Lake. In addition to the seating area, the lower level living room features a four-seat bar and its own wood stove. The lower living room opens to a large patio area which hosts a peaceful porch swing to relax with and enjoy.
Bedroom two features a queen bed, double closet, and a lakeview.
Bedroom three features two twin beds, double closet, and a lakeview.
Additionally, the lower level features its own bath room, additional storage closets and a common area housing a washer and dryer for your convenience.
Dock:
Whether fishing, sunbathing, boating, or taking an adventure ride down the slide you will enjoy time spent on your own private dock which features a patio area, a large floating dock and the aforementioned slide.
For those boating, water at the dock is typically 25 ft.
Additional Features:
Horseshoe pit, lit path, parking
Upper Level:
You will enter the atrium and its vaulted skylight before coming to the stunning lakeside wall of glass and the spectacular view of Smith Mountain Lake provided on two sides within the living room. The living room is adjoined outside with a sitting area connecting to the screened porch and path to the dock. In Addition to the seating area, the living room has a fireplace, large screen TV, foosball table and opens to the dining room.
To the left of the atrium you may spoil yourself in the nearly 400 sq ft master suite with a private entrance to an additional 200 sq ft of screened porch truly bringing the “Outside In”. Featuring a King bed, fireplace, ceiling fans, and a walk-in closet make this a destination home for both a romantic getaway as well as a family vacation.
To the right, a fully equipped kitchen opens to the dining room with its own lake view.
Lower Level:
Not to be outdone by the stunning views offered by the living room the lower level living room boasts its own lakeside wall of glass and view of Smith Mountain Lake. In addition to the seating area, the lower level living room features a four-seat bar and its own wood stove. The lower living room opens to a large patio area which hosts a peaceful porch swing to relax with and enjoy.
Bedroom two features a queen bed, double closet, and a lakeview.
Bedroom three features two twin beds, double closet, and a lakeview.
Additionally, the lower level features its own bath room, additional storage closets and a common area housing a washer and dryer for your convenience.
Dock:
Whether fishing, sunbathing, boating, or taking an adventure ride down the slide you will enjoy time spent on your own private dock which features a patio area, a large floating dock and the aforementioned slide.
For those boating, water at the dock is typically 25 ft.
Additional Features:
Horseshoe pit, lit path, parking
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Smith Mountain Lake, VA
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Reviews
10.0
Everything here was perfect - we had no complaints. We had two questions come up during our weeklong stay and the property manager responded each time in less than an hour. The view of the lake from the whole backside of the house was amazing! The slide on the dock was much enjoyed by a seven-year-old in our group. We have been coming to Smith Mountain Lake most summers for close to 20 years and this has definitely been our favorite property. We will return!
10.0
Nice lake house with dock. Rented pontoon boat, cruised and fished. Close to grocery store and restaurants and the Homestead Creamery for the best ice cream ever. Stay was just too short.
8.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay. The location was great, convenient to grocery and restaurants. The lake was super relaxing and so fun to be in a cove looking out to the bigger lake and boats going by. A very quick response from Scott when needed.
10.0
Property was spacious and views were beautiful! Plenty of space for my family. The house could use some upgrades, but as Scott has mentioned, the price then goes up as well. And you are in a beautiful location, and did I mention the views?! While it is a steep climb down and back up to the water, you're right on the water. There is a canoe and paddle boat, which we used on our stay without a problem. We did buy our own life jackets at a Walmart. The Foosball table was a hit for our family. Sitting out on the deck drinking coffee,and just looking out over the water was spectacular. We went in April, and while the weather was not cold, it was super warm either. During the summer months, this is an ideal spot. If it was warmer, we certainly would have rented a boat for a day or the full week as part of our vacation. There are multie marinas close by. My daughter and I went horse back riding nearby and there are many places to hike and enjoy the beautiful views. The hot tub was nice in the evening. Scott was extremely quick to answer a few questions when we arrived, and we enjoyed our time at Walls of Glass!
10.0
House was very nice, a bit dated. Cleaning could have been better. Took the blanket off the king bed and there was dirt and food crumbles and hair on the mattress. Also less than half a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom with no spares. Loved the area and other than above issues, our stay was great!
10.0
It felt like home from the minute we walked in the door. The pictures don't do it justice.
10.0
Nice relaxing 5 days
8.0
A comfy home and very good location on lake
8.0
The family had a great time with days spent on the dock and in the water. The only downfall to the house are the water amenities. The paddle boat and canoe are pretty much not usable. The paddle boat is extremely hard to pedal and I noticed it takes on water with every turn of the pedals. The canoe cross sup[ports are rotted which kept us out of that other than the first time we tried it.
8.0
Owner was very responsive when we needed help. However, beds were uncomfortable (very firm) If you are bringing a boat, do your homework in advance. Many of the nearby marinas do not allow public use. The state park is your best bet. The dock and tie up area provide plenty of room and is safe for children and bathers. Regarding the house, it is old (including appliances) but very well stocked and the knives were excellent. The driveway is narrow and is suitable for only the best trailer driver. Overall a good experience for us and Scott is very helpful.
10.0
fourth time staying probably says it all!
10.0
we had a great time, it rained 4 out of 5 days. we stayed in the screened in porch and enjoyed the view and our family.
talked to owner and he was very helpful. good walk to deck but was easier than using all the steps. would love to go back next year.
10.0
We were in town for our daughters graduation. This was a wonderful relaxing get away from the crowds.
10.0
We had a wonderful stay. The neighborhood was nice and quiet and we loved sitting out on the dock reading or in the living room with the beautiful large windows. Lounging in the hot tub was the perfect way to end the day. Everything was very accurate to the pictures and perfect for our vacation. Would definitely stay again.
10.0
My wife and I adored our stay at Smith Mountain lake! This cabin has plenty of fireplaces, lots of room to sleep, a hot tub, and super easy access to the water. The pictures don’t do the windows justice. We plan on returning!
8.0
It was nice I would come back, but I probably would also try something new. The trip was a little distracted because my son had pancreatitis and spent a day in the hospital.
10.0
We loved this quiet tucked away home away from home. The wall of windows provided a great view of the lake and morning sunrise. We were able to recharge our batteries before returning to our busy lifestyles.
10.0
Went to viait family in Virginia and had an absolute blast.
10.0
My friends and I had a great long weekend reading, playing games, and chatting on the dock. The house was perfect for our group of 6 to get out of the city and enjoy the nature for a while. And the pup loved it too!!
10.0
Beautiful setting and great amenities. Super responsive owner.
10.0
This lake house will "cure what ails ya" ! Perfect secluded location.. stunning views.. best hot tub ever... so much entertainment you have to force yourself to leave for walks and scenic drives.. well equipped kitchen is top of the line and has everything you need... Scott is an excellent host and easy to communicate with.. you will love your stay at Walls Of Glass
10.0
Location of property is perfect and situated in a nice quiet cove with deep water at the dock. Had a tree branch come loose over the driveway and owner had someone there the same day to have it safely cut down. House is nice sized, clean, exactly as advertised. Great for dogs too.
10.0
Excellent location - perfect for swimming, boating of all kinds, lazy afternoons reading on the dock, and early mornings with coffee on the deck. Morning walks with the deer. The teens enjoyed daily hot tubs. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking and baking. The owner was super responsive and helpful, including with linen and boat rental leads.
10.0
The house is exactly as described in the listing. It has a charming “cabin-y” feel. It is convenient to shopping and entertainment. The trash disposal facility is only a few minutes down the road. Scott was very quick to respond to any questions we had. We arrived to a clean house, stocked with movies and games to keep everyone occupied on a rainy day. The deep water cove made it easy to dock our boat for the week. We brought our own inflatable water slide, which was able to stay in the water in the protected cove all week. Swimming was fun and safe for all our children (ages 7-13). I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
8.0
The house is very comfortable and well equipped, we really appreciated that the grill had a filled propane tank.
The property is very wooded so it was so nice to have the screen porch to relax without getting bit by mosquitoes.
As with most of the lake properties there is a steep path to the dock and if it just rained it can be a bit tricky. We found having outdoor shoes and indoor shoes was the best solution.
We would definitely come back.
8.0
Family Vacay
Overall we were all really happy with this place! It was clean, and the windows made a gorgeous view. The mattresses were very worn out though and hard to sleep on.
10.0
Nice getaway with teens
Very nice trip and place. Very clean, great layout when traveling with teens, they had ground level to themselves. Cove was nice and quiet, great overall location. We got used to the walk. Only negative is beds, furnishings are a bit dated. Would stay again!
10.0
Wonderful Lake Vacay
We had a great time at Smith Mountain Lake. The house is well appointed and in a great location. It was great to walk down to the dock and enjoy the morning sun.
8.0
Good and Bad
To Good Stuff;
The owner was very quick to respond to a voice mail message left when I could not find a switch to a fan.
The location was excellent. Close to grocery store and eating places. Location on the lake is fantastic with easy access to any part of the lake.
The bad items;
1. I do not get why renters have to take their trash out when we pay an extremely high surcharge for a cleaning service?
2. If you have a cleaning service and a washer and dryer in the house then bathroom towels should be provided. This is the first rental of a VRBO where I had to bring my own.
3. No hand soap or shampoo in the bathrooms. Again, this is another first for a VRBO rental.
4. This driveway is in terrible condition. The entire thing is loose gravel and cars slid at slow speed while riding brakes. Trees grow too close and low branches will hit the vehicles using the driveway. We had 2 vehicles with boat trailers and we are all very experienced with backing trailers. DO NOT RENT THIS PLACE IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON BRINGING A BOAT TRAILER!! GETTING UP AND DOWN THIS DRIVEWAY IS DANGEROUS.
Note to the owner - the simplest thing to do to improve the driveway for all would be to remove the island where the two forks of the driveway come together.
Boat dock - beautifully shaded but only enough room for 1 boat to tie up. The lift will only work for jet skis. Note to owner - since there are 2 drive up jet ski pads the boat lift bunks should be reconfigured for renters to be able to put their own boat on it overnight. The wood on the dock is aged so make sure you wear shoes. The walk to the dock from the dock can be tricky. There are steps but over time the ground has become unlevel and the loose gravel adds to safety issues.
10.0
Our stay at Walls of Glass was just perfect! The dock and slide were so fun for all ages, and the hot tub was great on a drizzly day. The house is clean and comfortable, though I was happy we brought our own comforters in addition to linens. Nothing again the property, but it was nice to have our own covers. The foosball table is a perfect lake activity, and there were plenty of board games, too. But do BYO life jackets if you want to take the canoe or paddleboat out. We paddled around close to the dock, but would have wanted life jackets to go out further. All in all, it was so comfortable and happy, close to shops and activities, and we'd definitely rent there again! Scott was so helpful and communicative. Highly recommend.
10.0
Would definitely stay again
Lake house was clean and ready-to-go, especially the hot tub. Kitchen well-stocked with utensils, pot/pans, etc. Grill in good working order. Home is spacious with plenty of seating. Large screen tvs with multiple channels and wi-fi. Easy walk to dock.
10.0
Great Spring Break
Aside from the cooler temps we had a great time and the house was perfect for a large family.
10.0
WEEKEND GETAWAY
THE LOCATION WAS PERFECT , THE LAKE IS A LOT OF FUN 3 TEENAGERS HAD FUN THERE ( THAT SAIS IT ALL )
10.0
Awesome House and Host
This house in a quiet cove of Smith Mountain Lake perfect for water play. The hot tub is perfectly placed for a relaxing view of the water. During our stay the host was quick and attentive. Highly recommend this house and will come back to this house again!
6.0
Wonderful location, but needs updating
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this home. We are frequent visitors to SML, so we've rented quite a few homes at the lake for comparison over the years. We would rate this property as okay overall, but making some updates would make it much more comfortable.
Pros -- location is awesome, it's convenient to Moneta and Food Lion, the home was clean, has great sunrise views, our kids loved the games provided, the home had plenty of space for our family of 6 and it's located in quiet cove. The kids loved the canoe and paddle boat. The owner was also very attentive and helpful when we had issues with stove, which was appreciated.
Cons -- The house feels very worn out overall from what we imagine is years of vacation rentals. Updating the pillows, bedding, furniture and appliances would make for a much more comfortable stay for guests. Also, there are no blinds in the main living room or on the windows in the lower bedrooms, which proved to be challenging. We also didn't see any life vests, which would be helpful for use of the water toys.
We enjoy the charm of an older lake home, but a few updates would be much appreciated for overall guest comfort. Thank you for allowing us to use your home for the weekend!
4.0
A/c broken down and ruined vacation
Ok
8.0
Good stay - as advertised
All good
10.0
Great Getaway
This house provided the perfect fall weekend getaway! The house was very cozy and we really enjoyed playing games on the screened in porch, watching the sunrise, and hanging out on the dock! We are going to make it an annual tradition!
10.0
Beautiful!
This was our 2nd time staying here. Another wonderful stay! We love the master bedroom with the fireplace and loveseat! The hot tub was great in the evenings! We will definitely be back!
10.0
Girls weekend
A great place for three girlfriends to get together for a weekend. Lots of room, and individual bedrooms. We loved it!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Smith Mountain Lake?
The average price for a rental in Smith Mountain Lake is £272 per night. This rental is £34 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Walls Of Glass Overlook Tranquil Deep Water Cove - Incredible Mid-Lake Location. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Walls Of Glass Overlook Tranquil Deep Water Cove - Incredible Mid-Lake Location pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Walls Of Glass Overlook Tranquil Deep Water Cove - Incredible Mid-Lake Location?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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