Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!

4.8

Outstanding(29 Reviews)

House in Smith Mountain Lake, VA

8 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 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

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 level cedar contemporary. Well equipped kitchen, dining area and living room w/50" flatscreen TV and beautiful brick, wood-burning fireplace (available during the fall and winter).
Main level bedroom w/king bed and attached bathroom.

Upper level with 2 bedrooms (1 w/ a queen and the other with 2 twin beds) and a bathroom.
Lower level offers bedroom (w/queen bed) w/attached bathroom and family room w/50" flatscreen TV and ping pong table.

Nice walkway leading built-in fire-pit & dock, which offers covered boat slip & jet ski slip w/hoists, floating dock, lockable storage room w/mini fridge and radio, lights, electricity, 2 kayaks and a paddleboard! Located in a deep water cove perfect for swimming. Mountain view from dock. Washer/dryer, A/C, gas grill, corn hole boards.
Comcast, Xfinity Wifi

Year 'Round Curbside Trash Pickup!

No Smoking/No Vaping

4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms:
King, 2 Queen, 2 Twin

Bathroom Details:
Upper Level - Shower
Main Level - Tub/Shower Combo
Lower Level - Shower

Floor plan available upon request.

Located on the same street as Lake Lure, Hope's Retreat, Longhaven & Fun in the Sun! -Also part of Lake Retreat's Vacation Rental Program!

**RENTALS ARE WEEKLY (SATURDAY TO SATURDAY) JUNE 14 THRU AUGUST 9, 2025. TWO NIGHT MINIMUM ALL OTHER TIMES, EXCEPT THERE'S A THREE NIGHT MINIMUM OVER HOLIDAYS.**

Also Accepting 2025 Tentative Reservations w/Only $200 Down!

$160.00 CLEANING FEE, $200.00 PET FEE (2 Dog Max.), $200.00 RESERVATION FEE, 12.3% TAX ON RENT
OPTIONAL LINEN PACKAGE - $150.00

Items to bring: Lake towels, trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry), basket coffee filters, flashlight, firewood for fire-pit, life jackets.

Items NOT to bring: Worries & stress.

PLEASE NOTE:
If you are placing your reservation thru VRBO or one of the Expedia channels and your anticipated visit is more than 90 days away, you will see 2 separate charges within 72 hours of placing your booking. The first charge will be the VRBO Service Fee* and the second charge will be $200 which is collected by Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC. From that point on, additional payments will be made directed to Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC.
*this fee is charged by VRBO and is not linked to any of the charges collected by Lake Retreat.

CANCELLATION POLICY: If a reservation is cancelled with at least 90 days prior notice, 1/2 of the pre-paid rental payment will be refundable. If a reservation is cancelled within 90 days of your arrival date, no refunds will be issued. Notice of cancellation must be in writing, email is acceptable. Be sure to reference the rented property name and dates you had intended to visit.
Travel Insurance for trip cancellation and trip interruption may be available through Allianz Travel. allianztravelinsurance.com, 866-884-3556. Allianz Travel is not an affiliate of Lake Retreat Inc or Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC.

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: No one under the age of 25 may make a reservation. There must be one adult at least 25 years of age occupying the property. That qualifying person must provide payment via credit card for the rental deposit and is responsible for the leased property.

---Rent Smith Mountain Lake---

Street Address:
222 Deerwood Lane
Huddleston, VA 24104

MOUNTAIN VIEW SHORES is a lovely development with many year-round homes, it features a private boat ramp area where you may park your boat trailer for the duration of your stay. It has paved roads and central water system. Ideal for walkers and joggers. Lake location is supreme being near the mountain and the dam at the deepest, cleanest part of the lake. The land was originally owned by the Appalachian Power Company (which owns the lake) and a group of 10 investors from Bedford bought the land from the Power Company in the late 1970's and developed the subdivision comprised of over 400 lots, offering the land for sale one section per year, selling out in 4 years.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Smith Mountain Lake, VA

Nearby attractions

Virginia Museum of Transportation

42.9 mi

Roanoke Pinball Museum

42.4 mi

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Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!

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4.8

Outstanding(29 Reviews)

House in Smith Mountain Lake, VA

8 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 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

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Smith Mountain Lake, VA

Nearby attractions

Virginia Museum of Transportation

42.9 mi

Roanoke Pinball Museum

42.4 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(29 Reviews)

5.0

May 2024

We appreciated the cleanliness, layout, lake and peaceful setting. Top floor has two bedrooms and bathroom. Main floor has master and ensuite. Basement has bedroom and bathroom. Made it easy to create some divided spaces and worked well for our group. Firepit was fun. The lake was lovely and there were items to help enjoy the lake - life vests, a few toys and kayaks, and standup paddle board (paddle for paddle board is missing). Only downsides were the spotty internet service and lack of seasonings in the kitchen. (Seasonings were not listed in the listing. I am used to having a few, like cinnamon, left by other guests.) I prefer places with the keypad but the office staff was welcoming and picking up the keys was an easy process.

5.0

Sep 2022

We had a great time. The place was just as described. Felt very comfortable and homey. The lay out of the house was ideal for privacy and most anything you need for cooking is in the kitchen. (Bring a can opener tho) The property management team was superb and made the process super easy. Wonderful getaway that I would definitely recommend!

5.0

Apr 2022

Great house at the lake. Relaxing trip!

4.0

Jan 2022

House and location are great. At the time of writing, the home is managed by a property management company and we did not have a good experience with them. They did not communicate well and never responded to documented/reported safety issues at the property involving unsafe conditions on the path from the house to the lake - we actually had someone slip and fall and emailed the management company but NEVER got a response. On top of poor exterior property maintenance, you have to drive out of the way to an office to pick up keys upon check-in, which I haven't had to do in at least a decade, and also the home is not furnished with any towels or linens and it is left up to the renter to arrange these services (vs the property management company handling it). If this were my home, I would not let the current management company manage my property - they are detracting more value than they are adding to the overall rental experience. Because of this, we will not be returning to this property and it is a shame because it is a really great spot on SML.

4.0

Oct 2021

Those outside of the property was fantastic. The inside is good for the price.

2.0

Oct 2021

no comment

5.0

Sep 2021

Reading, kayaking, family dinners and games. The perfect getaway. Very peaceful.

5.0

Jun 2021

Great location, great outdoor space. Community boat ramp is a huge plus! We enjoyed the stay very much. Thanks!

5.0

May 2021

We had a lovely time staying at this lakefront home for my eldest daughter’s graduation. The views were fantastic. The house was very clean.

5.0

May 2021

We had a great time staying at English Retreat. The house was everything we wanted. We really loved the fire pit and the dock. Rented a boat so it was nice to be able to come and go as we pleased. Kitchen is well stocked. Living room and downstairs are roomy . Our dog really enjoyed the ability to run around the property as well as a quick dip in the water. Overall it was a great time and well worth it.

5.0

May 2021

This location was perfect for our large family and pets! The house had everything we needed to make our stay fun and comfortable. We would love to come and stay again someday!

2.5

Apr 2021

Thank you for a great visit and weekend! We brought 6 kids, so the downstairs game room was a big hit. Water access and water equipment worked great; very nice dock. Chilly weekend in April, so we got to enjoy the fire pit area as well. Hope to return soon!

2.5

Feb 2021

My husband and I invited out daughter, husband, and infant son and our son and his fiance for tThanksgiving weekend. The kitchen was spacious and very well stocked (which was important since I forgot a couple of things), The living area was roomy and comfortable. Since we had nice weather we even used the deck and the fire pit. The bedrooms and bathrooms were on three different levels and this was the deciding factor in selecting this property. We would definitely choose to stay there again.

2.5

Jan 2021

Well equipped house, mattresses could use replacing as everyone thought they were uncomfortable. Lots of room, fabulous firepit and walkway to the lake. Very quiet location. Maybe get a space heater for the downstairs bedroom as it got a bit chilly

2.5

Nov 2020

It's obvious the owners take good care of the house. Everything was functional and clean. The kitchen was stocked well enough to be able to cook your average meal (although knives do need to be replaced or sharpened). Like many of the properties around the lake, linen service was not provided, but the leasing office provided the name of a service that dropped off linens. I only wish more houses would just include linens as part of the rental cost. The location down near the dam was great, best part of the lake. The floating portion of the dock was large enough to accommodate a 24ft pontoon that we rented. The owners also provide two kayaks for guest use, which was nice. The fire pit was great, we enjoyed it on a nice fall evening. This part of the lake has a steep shoreline, so the walk from the dock to the house involves a fair amount of steep steps. Fine for your average person, but anyone with mobility issues, take this into consideration. We would definitely stay here again.

2.5

Oct 2020

Had a wonderful family weekend. Explored the cove via kayak at the property and hung out of the dock. We also rented a boat at Bridgewater Marina and crossed the lake back to the house. Had a wonderful time on a beautiful lake with so much to see and enjoy.

2.5

Sep 2020

Snagged a quick 3 day weekend away at this hidden gem in the mountains. The property is amazing! Easy access to the water, private community boat ramp, and just all around great neighborhood to rent from. Will definitely visit again soon!

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 £263 per night. This rental is £171 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!. 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 Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"! 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 Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!

House in Smith Mountain Lake, VA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Smith Mountain Lake, VA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Smith Mountain Lake?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!?

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