Title: GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77110000/77103200/77103157/w800h599x0y1-0aed8df0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77110000/77103200/77103157/w800h599x0y1-ca4bd4c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77110000/77103200/77103157/w800h599x0y1-db85329d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77110000/77103200/77103157/w800h599x0y1-76c1effd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77110000/77103200/77103157/w800h532x0y1-0fb57b5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the lovely MOUNTAIN VIEW SHORES development, this 3-bedroom home offers a serene escape with gorgeous mountain views. Enjoy an open floorplan with fully-equipped kitchen, family room, hot tub and covered boat dock w/ hoist for your convenience. 7.4 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" Wonderful 3 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home with 1½ levels + finished lower level and GORGEOUS mountain views! Main level has a great open floorplan with views from most every room! Fully equipped kitchen (incl. Instant Pot, ice cream maker, crock pot, blender, Keurig and standard coffeemaker!), living room with gas fireplace, dining room, 1 bedroom & 1 bath. There's also a large pantry area with a 2nd fridge. Upper level has 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Lots of extra space in the lower level with family room, foosball table & large flatscreen TV. There's also a bathroom with shower - perfect for running in from the lake or the HOT TUB! Covered boat dock w/ hoist (4000lb max), floating dock, electricity & lights. Dockhouse w/small fridge. 3 kayaks (2 adult, 1 youth) & 2 SUPs available for use! Central A/C, Washer/Dryer, 4 SmartTVs, Gas Grill, High Chair, Pack n Play. Dogs Only, Please. 2 Maximum. No Smoking/No Vaping 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms: King, Queen, Pyramid Bunk Bed Bathroom Details: Upper Level - Tub/Shower Combo Main Level - Tub/Shower Combo Lower Level - Shower Floor plan available upon request. Please be advised that some properties are equipped with video/audio surveillance: This property has surveillance located above the front door and side entry door. \*\*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.\*\* ONCE BOOKED, A LEASE AGREEMENT WILL FOLLOW. Also Accepting 2026 Tentative Reservations w/Only $200 Down! ITEMS TO BRING: Lake towels, trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry) flashlight, 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: 214 Mountwood Drive 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. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 2,550 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87739200/87739149/w3901h2599x0y2-06d59e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront home with private hot tub, balcony, dock, & pool table Huddleston - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=87739149&PinnedHotelID=87739149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118110000/118100600/118100560/502d5fe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet Friendly home with enclosed yard, hot tub, Kayaks and SUPs Huddleston - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=118100560&PinnedHotelID=118100560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90246600/90246533/607e4fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DOCK RENOVATION COMPLETE! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 62588abd5d9c50-91828524 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.06235%2C-79.54199&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W78LjbQZIdqZ8xzGdAfr0rw2QbU=) Huddleston, VA #### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 14.2 km - Lake Haven Marina - 24 min drive - 18.1 km - Hickory Hill Vineyards - 28 min drive - 22.6 km - Palmer's Marina - 58 min drive - 51.6 km #### Getting around - Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬46 min drive - ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬47 min drive - ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬51 min drive - ‪Bruno's Gastropub - ‬46 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now"? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now"? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Smith Mountain Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Leesville Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven Marina are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## GORGEOUS Mountain View! Wifi - Pet Friendly - Hot Tub - 2 Kayaks - Canoe! Come Visit "Serenity Now" Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne K., Norfolk, USA Oct 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Views This property had the most beautiful views for fall leaf changing. I really loved seeing the colors from the wide glass front windows and adjoining deck. ##### Dianne K. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### irshad a. Oct 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### superb Excellent property ##### irshad a. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Fuad A. Jun 1, 2022 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Contaminated infected property with horrible management We have never visited smith mountain before and we’re looking forward to a nice and relaxing get away. The price was high with a lot of requests from the management company but we took the chance because of the photos posted. The outdoor furniture was covered in pollen, spider webs, and dirt and looked like it hasn’t been cleaned in months. We could not sit on or use any outdoor tables or chairs which was unfortunate as we wanted to bbq and enjoy the beautiful view. The furniture inside was beat up and ripped in certain spots. We used the hot tub for a short time (1 hour one night) only to come home with a skin erupted infection all over only to be diagnosed by two doctors as pseudomonas (specifically comes from Infected hot tubs) and had to be prescribed medication to treat it. When we contacted management about this they were extremely argumentative and not believing of us even after we submitted proof of the breakout on the body. They were not accommodating and did absolutely nothing to help the situation. We were the first renters and obviously the first reviewers. We are extremely dissapointed in this stay and management company was awful. If you are considering booking this home I would HIGHLY recommend against it and look elsewhere! It was a nightmare. ##### Fuad A. 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