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Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views.

Family-friendly stay near Smith Mountain Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty University
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Huddleston

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and 9 miles (15 km) of Leesville Lake. Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 51 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Liberty University - 56 min drive - 71.7 km
  • Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest - 58 min drive - 68.6 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Tiff's Lakefront - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views.

The Blue Heron Hideaway provides comfortable family living with gorgeous views of Smith Mountain Lake. Escape with your family and enjoy a relaxing vacation with large living spaces, screened porch, and dock. This house provides calming hues of blues with stunning bamboo flooring, all with an open concept main floor living. Whether you plan to sit on the wraparound balcony with a good book or challenge someone to a ping pong game in the screened porch, you are sure to have a fun time at the Blue Heron Hideaway. You may even have a sighting of our beautiful local resident, the blue heron.

Blue Heron Hideaway is an Upscale 3BR, 3BA Home in a Quiet Wide Water Cove with deep, clean water (1 King, 2 Queens). All Bathrooms are tiled: The Master Bathroom features a jetted soaking tub and separate tiled shower, the main level bath has a tub/shower combination and the lower level bath is well-appointed with a stand-up shower and linen closet. All rooms are beautifully decorated, furnished and appointed with granite, hardwood, solid wood doors and tile throughout. The open concept floor plan combines the kitchen, dining and living areas while enjoying the view through floor-to-ceiling windows of the A-Framed Great Room. The 1600 square foot dock area has both fixed and floating docks with plenty of shade and opened areas. Two kayaks and a paddle board are available for your use. There are infant, child and adult life jackets to use with all water toys.

Nearly everything is provided for you including luxury Boutique Hotel Bedding linens, 100% Turkish bath and hand towels and washcloths. Your beds will be made up for your arrival. Also provided are hand soap, laundry detergent, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, coffee filters, paper towels, trash bags, a wide array of herbs and spices, life jackets and water toys.

This is a non-smoking home. There is no smoking anywhere on the property, dock, house and grounds.

Just bring your Beach Towel and prepare for a truly relaxing vacation!!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Owners Boats and Jet Ski are not part of the Rental
Ski boat is not part of rental. Additional boat slip available for Rental boat
No wet swimsuits or wet items on any indoor furniture or patio chair cushions.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. to the airport?

This vacation home is 34 mi (51-min drive) away from the Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. to downtown Huddleston?

This vacation home is 8 mi away from Huddleston.

Come hideaway at the the Blue Heron Hideaway with beautiful wide lake views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

valentino v.

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

This house had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this home!!

Beautiful location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Wonderful experience at Smith Mountain Lake

Once again, our stay was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed the many amenities, including kayaks, barbecue, master suite and deck. We highly recommend this property.
Blue Heron
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

LOVE!!!

We had an amazing time - the property is gorgeous and so well maintained. THANKS!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine D.

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

First time at SML

We enjoyed our stay and the beautiful view! We spent most of the time outside or on the water. It was the perfect lake vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Peaceful, gorgeous property

We loved our stay this summer! The BHH was exactly what we were looking for, and is in our favorite neighborhood in which to rent. The lake is deep and not too busy, the dock has great sun and shade, and the house is lovely and comfortable and truly has everything you could want on vacation! The owners are wonderful hosts who clearly care a great deal about their home and about you having a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Great Lake Vacation

This was our first time visiting Smith Mountain Lake. The house, dock, and all the provided amenities made this a great, relaxing vacation. Spent the mornings on the lake in kayaks or a boat, mid-days at the dock, and evenings doing a variety of things around the lake. We would highly recommend for a laid back, rejuvenating vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffiany P.

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

Beautiful Property

So many great things about the Blue Heron Hideaway—best area on the lake for deep water, wildlife, and good neighbors. The house has many perks we found extremely useful, including thick bathroom towels, laundry baskets, blankets, great books, and seating on all levels. We played ping pong and jumped off the dock and fished and enjoyed the many, many lovely plants. Courtnee is a great host who was always quick with all communication. Our favorite house on the lake so far!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Spectacular home and location

Very impressed with the cleanliness, comfort, and amenities at the Blue Heron Hideaway. Spacious home with amazing lake views from all levels. Plenty of seating areas throughout the property, both inside and outside. The dock also has ample seating area, both covered and for sunbathing. Also has a variety of water toys for guest use, including kayaks, a paddle board, water skis, and floats. The kitchen is well stocked, the beds are comfortable, and the hosts are incredibly generous with their thoughtfulness and small touches to make you feel welcome. Cannot say enough good things about this property and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Wonderful lake house experience

We were looking for many things in a lake house, including an excellent location, proximity to a marina for boat rentals, and a beautiful property. This lake house delivered on all fronts. There were two kayaks available and many beautiful places to sit with family and friends and enjoy the view. The owners were very supportive and clearly care a great deal about this property. Amenities included gas grill, floaties for swimming, multiple refrigerators, ping pong table, Internet access, large washer and dryer, huge king bed in master suite, and flowers in key outdoor spots throughout the property. Wow.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy b.

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

Very intentionally maintained

This is our 6th year and 6th house at SML for our family (kids now age range brown 18-26). Everyone agreed this was our favorite house - very clean but felt like home. Furnishings all cohesive and decorating etc seemed very intentional and well thought out (aka NOT “hodge podged”). Lake house well equipped too with lake “toys” (skis, fishing poles, floating tubes, life vests of ALL sizes, kayaks, paddle board etc). Multiple quaint and peaceful areas to sit and enjoy the outdoors. Peaceful, quiet cove with a glimpse of the mountain near the damn. Lovely potted flowers that attract the hummingbirds beautifully placed throughout the property. Simply a wonderful house for all to enjoy and have fun! Thank you so much for sharing your lake home with us for our 2023 week at SML!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

The first - but not to be the last - satisfied and grateful guests!

We are a family of three - a couple and a 20-year old son - based in DC. We were the first, but will surely not be the last guests to spend a wonderfully relaxing and enjoyable week at the Blue Heron Hideaway. Owners Allen and Beth have taken great care to ensure that, from arrival to departure, guests feel welcomed, are comfortable, and fully equipped to spend a delightful week or more at the Hideaway. The lovely note and welcome basket were an indication of the owners' thoughtful and careful preparations. For those of you who enjoying cooking, as we do, the kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need. For those who wish to enjoy the lake though without the din of jet skis and speedboats, the Hideaway is perfect -- tucked into a quiet cove, comfortable chairs to lounge on dockside, kayaks / paddle board and other equipment to use, and easy / safe access for bathers young and old. Thee screen-in deck with table / chairs, overhead fans, and ping pong table (!) is a great place to snack and pass the time, out of the sun or inclement weather, and away from mosquitoes if there are any. The ability to dine indoors or outside -- we did both -- were nice options. With bedrooms, bathrooms and lounging areas on both levels, there is ample space so that guests can find their own nook and two couples or families could each retreat to their own quarters. We highly recommend Blue Heron Hideaway for your next getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

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

Very peaceful and beautiful views

Very relaxing. We really enjoyed our get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Everything you need with a warm welcome

We had read other great reviews but were so pleasantly surprised when our family was welcomed to the Blue Heron Hideaway with a basket of goodies and a handwritten note from the hosts. They even considered the ages of our kids, which showed how genuine their welcome was. The house was immaculate, and one of our first comments was how clean and beautiful the entire place was. It also had everything we needed and things we didn’t even know we did…games, kayaks, kids life jackets, kid sized fishing poles, extra toiletries, even backup coffee (which was crucial when we ran out our last morning). The furniture and decor made us feel like we were in a cozy home, not just a rental house. The details were noticed and appreciated! The hosts were the right level of communicative and very generous with check in and check out. I would highly recommend the house and the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annika T.

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

Beautiful quiet cove to enjoy the lake

This was our first trip to Smith Mountain Lake. The property and location were both amazing. As soon as you pull up, you see the lake welcoming you. The house is very well appointed and even better than the photos in the listing. Our whole family loved the stay. Perfect place to keep us parents and our 21-24 year old kids relaxed and entertained. The communication with the owners before and during the trip was quick timely and helpful . It showed that they truly cared that we had a great stay. All the little details, welcome basket and the comfortable beds made us feel at home. We are all looking forward to hopefully going back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

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

Smith Mountain Lake

Beautiful house on lake setting- Quiet cove- great for swimming, picnicking, adventuring and relaxing on the covered dock! Owners were great to work with- responsive and private
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Amazing!!

This was our first time visiting SML. It was amazing! The host went above and beyond communicating about the house and the area. The house is beautiful. You can see the water/dock and mountains from the common areas. The decorations fit the lake theme. The seating throughout the house is very comfortable. There are lots of areas to gather together or to get space/time to yourself or separate adults from the kids. I absolutely loved the dock area. There is a dock house to store floats and gear, a lift for the boat, and a floating dock. The covered dock area was my favorite place. It’s shaded with comfy lounge chairs and a great view. This part of the lake is less busy than other areas so the kids enjoyed the paddle board and kayaks without too much boat traffic. The water is amazing…cool and clean and clear. My kids enjoyed it more than they thought and are begging to go back not only to SML but this house. I have always been a beach person and was shocked by how much I loved the lake. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camden C.

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

WOW

Truly the best rental experience we have ever had. From the big things to the little details, everything was taken care of for us! The house was SO clean. The bedding was so comfortable we bought it for our own house. It truly felt like home to us. Beth was more than helpful in our preparation to come and we even chatted while we were there. You really couldn’t ask for a better place or better people to rent from. You won’t be disappointed if you choose to stay here. We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

View overlooking paradise

My family—husband son, daughter in law and her mom spent a week at this gorgeous property on smith mountain lake. There is plenty of room to come together as a group or to take up your own quiet corner. The dock is fantastic. Room to relax, watch the incredible bird life or fish to hearts content. We caught lovely bass from the dock and used the kayaks to fish out on the lake. We saw plenty of Herron, hawks and even a falcon. Wildlife here abounds. The kitchen is well appointed, We have three great cooks so there was plenty of good food. Out host was super in communicating and helping us navigate the region. Everything has directions on how it works. This is a recently refreshed property. Furniture and kitchen items all fairly new. We highly recommend and would gladly return—and hope to do so soon.—Sharon
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

isabel A.

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

Peaceful Getaway

This lake house has everything you would ever want at your disposal. Even though we were there in the "off" season, we enjoyed sitting on the dock enjoying the lake, taking in sunsets, watching for wildlife and coming inside to warm up by the fire! Playing table tennis was super fun and it was a great holiday weekend full of good eating and relaxation. The house sits in an idyllic location and the views of this cove on Smith Mountain Lake are amazing. Watching the (almost) full moon rise over the lake at night was the topper!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANET K.

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

The Perfect Hideaway

My only fear in reviewing Blue Heron Hideaway is that if I give it all the praise it deserves it won't be available when we want to return! From the moment we entered the house & saw the stunning view of the lake we knew we were in the right spot. The house was immaculate with lovely, tasteful furnishings ,comfortable chairs & beds made with colorful comforters & crisp linens. The bathrooms were stocked with plush towels,TP,& even toiletries. It was as if we had checked into our own private resort. Our hosts thought of every detail even having night lights in all the rooms & a gift basket awaiting us on the kitchen counter when we arrived with goodies & even a book for our grandson.. The dock & water were where we spent our days, enjoying the peace the cove offered & the kayaks,paddleboard & importantly life jackets for every age. Our hosts Beth & Allen responded immediately to any questions we had before arriving & their welcome packet was a wealth of information. Beth even ordered 2 pairs of binoculars & had them sent to the house when I inquired if there were any in the house(we were watching the blue heron from the dock when I realized we had forgotten to pack ours). We feel very fortunate to have found Blue heron Hideaway & hope to return. It was all we had hoped for & more !
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Wonderful vacation

Our stay was wonderful. The setup on the dock made it a relaxing and fun place to hang out and enjoy the water, and the kayaks/paddleboard and other equipment meant everything was very convenient. There was plenty of space both at the dock and at the house, and the screened porch was an enjoyable place to relax, play games, and have meals - and to see the eponymous Blue Heron land nearby. We highly recommend the Blue Heron Hideaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Wonderful Week at Blue Heron Hideaway

We could not have asked for a more relaxing, peaceful week at SML. Blue Heron Hideaway was the perfect spot on a secluded cove to enjoy the water away from the heavy water traffic. The house was lovingly appointed and had everything we needed. We were so thankful for the kayaks, paddle board and floats. And the covered deck space was perhaps our favorite spot to hang out in the heat of the afternoon. Beth was a wonderful host and even included some essentials in the kitchen and the bathrooms to make it easy on the guests. She also included a thoughtful welcome treat - all these things combined to be a fabulous experience. I hope we can return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Relaxing and beautiful spot on the lake!

My family truly enjoyed our stay at the Blue Heron Hideaway. Courtney’s communication was fabulous from booking through check out. The house is beautiful, clean and located in one of the nicest coves on the lake. The owners have done a great job to ensure you will have a relaxing and comfortable vacation. The high end linens, towels, extra “just in case” toiletries, welcome basket filled with yummy goodies & thoughtful note to the water toys, kayaks and paddle board help you feel right at home with everything you could need. We look forward to returning in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Great Getaway!

Our stay was a great experience. Plenty of personal touches that made you feel welcome and at home. This home had great amenities to include a free toothbrush if you forgot yours all the way up to a stand up paddle board. The personalized welcome basket and handwritten note was a great touch. Our family had fun kayaking, paddle boarding, boating, fishing (plenty of blue Gill to keep the kids busy) and swimming from the dock. Very relaxing. Highly recommend this home. Only one negative, which can’t be controlled, the steps to the dock. Overall, we had a great and relaxing stay and appreciate all the little things the owners did to make our stay great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025