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Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock

Vacation home near Smith Mountain Lake in Huddleston

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A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and a white fence.
A two-story house with a front yard and a swimming pool.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a dining area, and a loft with a balcony.
A lakeside property with a dock, a small house, and a swimming area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Eagles Roost
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the area

Huddleston

On lake.Stay at this Huddleston vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Mars Hill. Lake Haven Marina and Smith Mountain Lake State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Eagles Roost - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Liberty University - 51 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Drifter's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬59 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.

Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock

Smith Mountain Lake is a vacation destination saturated with scenic views and opportunities for outdoor fun. This upscale vacation rental offers unsurpassed views of the mountains and lake while retaining its reputation as a property that hosts the largest private sand beach in the area.

You will be thrilled with the convenience of the deepwater, oversized private dock with two boat slips that await at this home. Updated decks and railings add an elegant touch to the home's exterior and provide guests with a place to enjoy an open-air meal during their stay while soaking up the sunrise, sunset, or overall view.

Indoors, the upgrades at Sail Away continue with a space with fresh new carpets throughout the home, updated and stylish furniture, a pool table for friendly competition, and ample indoor seating options when socializing and lounging are both a priority.

The living room at Sail Away boasts vaulted ceilings, and sliding glass doors lead from the living room out to the deck where patio furniture waits. Just off the living room, the dining room hosts a table that can accommodate the whole group. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner can be cooked to taste in a kitchen that includes stainless steel appliances and a small central island with barstool seating.

The bedrooms in Sail Away come with plush mattresses, and each room includes a private balcony that overlooks the lake and mountains. The primary bedroom is equipped with a large TV and a spacious bath.

Outdoors, enjoy fine extras that include a large firepit when it's time to roast marshmallows lakeside, as well as a hot tub if you prefer to sip something savory while dipped in bubbles. Enjoy great views of the lake and mountain both inside and outside of the home. This property comes with kayaks, paddleboards, and a canoe upon request.

THINGS TO KNOW
The max occupancy appliances to anyone over the age of two, per county and state law.
There is no use of the boat lift or slip. Bring your own boat fenders and life vests.
A limit of one boat can be docked during your stay.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,154 square feet

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1076642

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.7 mi (64-min drive) away from the Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock to downtown Huddleston?

This vacation home is 8.6 mi away from Huddleston.

Sail Away - Waterfront home with private beach on the lake, hot tub, & dock Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Sail Away at Smith Mountain Lake

We loved the lake views, large dock, quiet section of the lake inlet, comfy furniture and pretty, well appointed kitchen which contained everything we needed to cook and prepare meals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blair L.

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

Great House!

Great location and perfectly accurate description. Would rebook again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great family getaway

Our stay at the lake cabin was perfect. We needed a break from the daily grind, and this beautiful lake house with its peaceful setting and stunning views was just what the doctor ordered. We are excited about booking this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Fantastic home for a family vacation!

We’ve rented twice through Vacasa and couldn’t be more pleased with our experiences. We have always received prompt and professional responses when we’ve had questions. The properties were just as described and we had a wonderful time with our family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Awesome Family Stay

We enjoyed spending our 20th wedding anniversary here together with our children. The view, lake, hot tub, entertainment in the home were awesome. Thank you for making our stay a memorable one.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

Great views, quite and plenty of space

Great home with spectacular views and plenty of things to keep you busy. Very clean, easy to get to local restaurants and activities. Will definitely be booking this home again when we go to SML.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

KEITH M.

Great home and experience!

Home located on a great quiet cove. Every room has its own balcony/deck with a view of the lake. Kitchen very functional and had a large propane grill. We had a great time and looking forward to coming back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

April Stal at SML

The house was amazing. Decks for all rooms, gorgeous lake views, kitchen was well equipped, amazing game room and dock
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Fabulous summer family getaway!

Loved the private beach where our little ones and dog could just wade in; perfect! Haven’t had this set-up for any of our past SML trips. Plus, a nice gradual walk down to the lakeside; no daunting steps for the 70-yr.-olds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Great house and location!

Family stayed here for second year in a row, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Well stocked kitchen, house is clean and well-laid out with room for everyone, and the yard, beach area and dock are terrific places for the dogs to play (and people to hang out on the dock). We didn't use the "toys" but there are paddleboards, kayaks and a canoe. We would stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Family down time

My husband, our six children and myself thoroughly enjoyed our time at Smith Mountain Lake. The home was lovely. The older kids enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards and floats while the younger ones enjoyed the sand and shallow area. It was exactly what we needed for a little family down time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catalina G.

Perfect!

This house was beautiful and very clean!! The kitchen was incredibly well stocked. We found everything we needed for our meals at the house. Even the knives were sharp (which is never the case in rentals!). The view was gorgeous. A perfect lake vacation. Will definitely come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Fishing tournament weekend

Came to SML for the fishing tournament. Whole family joined for the long weekend. The weather was gorgeous for late October. The house was perfect for us (there were 7 of us). Kitchen was very well appointed and we fixed all of our meals for the weekend! Hot tub was so relaxing at the end of the day! Would definitely stay at this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip S.

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

Great property

The location was great, the House was great, wonderful dock and amenities. Fees where a bit excessive and lead to higher than expected per night stay. This is the only thing preventing a five-star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Fantasy property!

Sail away is an outstanding home. Everything was well stocked and the kitchen was particularly lovely to cook in, due to having plenty of necessary kitchen items and having the drawers l labeled. We loved the dock, the cozy fireplace and the general ambiance. We will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

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

Nice lake house

Great views, easy to find. About 20 min away from a grocery store. Peaceful and quiet in December. Well equipped kitchen. Wood burning fireplace on main floor & gas fireplace in basement. Ping pong/billiards table was a nice amenity.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Fantastic Vacation!

This home was so much better than anticipated. Situated on a quiet side of the lake, our kids really enjoyed everything about the lake and the huge dock that we spent so much time on. The home is well laid out and plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen was wonderful and well stocked to cook pretty much everything. The title of the home is a little misleading about having the largest private beach on the lake, as the beach was not maintained at all and overgrown with weeds and grass, and the neighbors have a much larger & nicer beach. Otherwise a wonderful home and vacation spot!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jeanne L.

Beautiful house not well maintained

The sand beach entry not usable, significant mouse presence and we had to clean up the doorways besides the front door to avoid walking into big webs and bugs. We would love to rent this house again if these problems were solved.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and lovely Viewd

We have been coming to Smith Mountain Lake for about a decade now, and this is by far the nicest house we have ever stayed at. The furnishings are lovely, the kitchen is well appointed, and the toys for the lake are in excellent shape. The stack of extra life as in variety of sizes is a really nice touch. The only downside is that cleaning misses a lot, like under beds, the headboards, and under the furniture it’s pretty dirty/dusty. But that’s pretty small potatoes because the overall impact of the house is spectacular. We will be renting it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Danielle M.

We love this house

This was our third time staying at this home and we are always so sad to say goodbye. Our kids call it “our lake house” and I think they like it even better than our real house! The recent kitchen renovations make it even better. This time the couch smelled REALLY bad though - possibly like a pet had accidents on it, or maybe someone just laid on the couch after a long day of fishing without showering? I thought it smelled exactly like dog poop but my husband said it was catfish bait, so who knows! It was so bad that we all had to cover the couch in blankets and towels to tolerate the smell. I let Vacasa know and hopefully the couch is professionally cleaned or possibly replaced. We will likely stay here again because we love the house, but we’ll definitely confirm that the couch has been cleaned before booking.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Allan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Laid back lake week bring your headphones!!

Property is quite excellent and the house has everything you would want and more it is a bit remote to get to any food stores etc but smith mountain area is not overly populated which makes it extra nice to try to get away from the hustle and grind of DC. Overall very nice house but unfortunately the next door neighbor would camp her 3 small dogs on her back deck and they would bark incessantly at any movement in our yard so trying to enjoy the yard or the dock at sail away was less then relaxing or tolerable for that matter. I politely went over and spoke with the neighbor after day 2 and she did bring them in for a couple of days but then they were back out at the end of the week. Although we loved the house we won’t be going back for that reason. I also called vacasa to see what they could do and they said they can’t do anything unless it’s after hours, shame spending so much money on this house and being stuck inside
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KEITH M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025