Nestled on Smith Mountain Lake, Foothills Retreat offers a serene escape with luxury living and expansive views. Unwind in the 8-person hot tub or gather around the fire pit terrace, both overlooking the lake. With multiple outdoor spaces, including a private dock and covered decks perfect for dining or morning coffee.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Foothills Retreat, New Lakefront Luxury w/ Covered Decks + Hot Tub, Fire Pit Terrace, Dock & More!
Foothills Retreat | Luxury Lakefront Escape at Smith Mountain Lake
*A Beville Getaways Premier Vacation Rental*
Discover one of Virginia’s best-kept secrets at Smith Mountain Lake. Foothills Retreat is a brand-new luxury lakefront home designed for unforgettable group getaways, offering 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, expansive covered decks, and breathtaking panoramic water views in one of the best locations on the lake.
** Luxury Living with Room for Everyone **
This spacious three-level retreat features a bright, open vaulted floor plan with walls of windows overlooking the lake, filling the home with natural light. Ideal for large families and group vacations, the home comfortably accommodates guests with:
The main level includes a large open living room with a 65” LED TV, a fully equipped kitchen designed for cooking and dining with large groups, the primary King suite, a Queen guest room, and a full bath.
Upstairs features a dramatic vaulted walkway leading to two additional bedrooms (Queen and bunk room) and a full bath.
The lower level offers two more bedrooms (King and Queen), a full bath, and a spacious recreation room complete with pool table, foosball, wet bar, and another 65” LED TV — perfect for evening entertainment.
** Exceptional Outdoor Living **
Life at the lake is best enjoyed outdoors — and Foothills Retreat delivers multiple inviting spaces to gather, relax, and take in the views:
- Large covered main-level veranda with stone fireplace, LED TV, dining table, Adirondack seating, and wide lake views
- Gas grill and abundant outdoor dining space
- Lower-level covered patio with bar seating overlooking the lake
- New 8-person Hot Springs hot tub
- Fire pit terrace just steps from the water
- Private oversized raised deck and floating dock
- Private swimming area and paddle boards
- Boat tie-ups available for your stay
(Please note: There is a gravel path with moderate steepness leading from the home down to the dock.)
** Entertainment & Amenities **
Fully furnished and thoughtfully equipped, the home includes:
- Comcast high-speed WiFi
- Xfinity cable
- Three large LED TVs
- Game/rec room with pool table & foosball
- Washer and dryer
- Multiple covered decks and patios across all three levels
- Paddle Boards
Bedrooms on both the main and lower levels offer direct access to outdoor spaces, making it easy to step outside and enjoy morning coffee or sunset views over the water.
** Prime Smith Mountain Lake Location **
Foothills Retreat offers both easy road and lake access and is located just minutes from:
- Two wineries (within one mile)
- Horseback riding farm
- Restaurants and marinas
- State park hiking trails
- Parks and family activities
Whether you're boating, hiking, wine tasting, relaxing in the hot tub, or gathering around the fire pit under the stars, Foothills Retreat offers the perfect setting for creating lasting lake memories.
Come experience Smith Mountain Lake in comfort and style — we look forward to hosting your stay!
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
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
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Gravel flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Kayak
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)
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 not 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 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
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
About the area
Located in Moneta, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hickory Hill Vineyards and Crystal Shores Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Visit our Moneta travel guide
Is Foothills Retreat, New Lakefront Luxury w/ Covered Decks + Hot Tub, Fire Pit Terrace, Dock & More! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Foothills Retreat, New Lakefront Luxury w/ Covered Decks + Hot Tub, Fire Pit Terrace, Dock & More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Where is Foothills Retreat, New Lakefront Luxury w/ Covered Decks + Hot Tub, Fire Pit Terrace, Dock & More! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Hickory Hill Vineyards. Crystal Shores Marina and Moneta Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Foothills Retreat, New Lakefront Luxury w/ Covered Decks + Hot Tub, Fire Pit Terrace, Dock & More! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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.
We had the most relaxing time at the property. It was right on the lake, so we enjoyed being able to go at our leisure. A paddle board and a kayak were available for our use, so we enjoyed paddling around, curling up by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub. Very quiet, relaxing atmosphere. We definitely hope to return!
Had an amazing time at this property. Probably the best pool table in a rental I've ever seen. There are a lot of steps to get from the house to the dock but I think that's generally going to be the same with almost all of the properties in the area.
Stayed for a week for a family vacation. Had a great time and the accommodations were great. Walk to lake was a little difficult but everyone managed and really enjoyed spending the week there. Would definitely recommend.
Can’t ask for a better stay. We have stayed at two of GateWays properties within a month on purpose. They’re built by someone that understand lake life. Relaxed and luxury for a vacation. Special owners to understand the dynamics of a quiet cove.
We enjoyed our time here. Plenty of space, loads of dishes and cookware which is not always the case at many places. We enjoyed the pool table and hot tub along with spending a majority of our time on the covered porch and the dock. The driveway is steep and there are 96 steeps to the dock. So we got plenty of exercise.
5 star!First time visit to Smith Mountain Lake and plan to return!House was clean and adequate space for family of 12. Kiddo's enjoyed bunk bedroom and game room. Adults especially like sitting on covered porch facing the lake. Kitchen well equipped and owner very responsive, even delivered a blender on our request! Quiet cove perfect for swimming and for docking our pontoon boat. Although there were many steep steps to lake and steep driveway down to house, we still enjoyed the house and surrounding area. Would consider returning again next year!
We loved our stay in this house! It was cozy and clean! Everyone was talking about how much they loved the house, we loved being able to use the lake. And going toward the end of October was a great decision because the leaves were stunning over the lake!
Beautiful home and the perfect space for a family weekend!
My husband and I stayed here with our immediate families for our wedding at Ivy Rose Farm and this was the perfect house! It was absolutely stunning and the outdoor decks and views were our favorite. The only downfall I would say is the driveway is quite steep and our grandma could not walk it. Other than that, no complaints and we would 100% stay here again!
My family all came in Moneta for a wedding. The house was perfect for our group...ages 11 up. The kids loved the dock, paddle boards, and the lake fun. House had so much to do for the kids with pool table etc. downstairs.
The decks were wonderful and roomy. Enjoyed the view from the decks & our morning coffee. Would definitely come back to this lovely home & beautiful area!
Everything was very nice about the property and exactly as described. It was spacious with plenty of room for us to hangout together or separately if we chose. My only complaints were regarding the kitchen. The floor was not as clean as it should’ve been upon our arrival. Also, we had to contend with ants until I used salt as a deterrent that kept them off the kitchen counter for the duration of our stay.
Our family decided to make a new
Thanksgiving tradition after
Losing Loved ones this year. This house was perfect. Beautiful house with beautiful views. Does need some TLC but worked great for our family! Will Consider this house next get together!
We were a group of 7 women on the leadership team of a homeschool co-op meeting for our annual spring planning retreat. This home allowed us to spread out comfortably through all of the bedrooms, cook meals with ease, eat those meals inside or out on the deck, have meetings, play games, do crafts, and have a wonderful time together! Thank you for providing such a well-stocked clean home for our enjoyment. There was also plenty of parking for everyone next to the house and up the hill of a driveway to the parking pad. Would definitely recommend for a group!
Semi-annual get together with HS buddies - class of ‘83.
Loved the home. Loved that we all had separate rooms.
All modern amenities - all worked as described.
Big TV’s in separate areas provided opportunities for the sports loving guys, as well as the music fans.
The furniture in the main living area could be a bit more cozy, but there was plenty of seating.
We truly enjoyed our stay and appreciated the value. We’re considering booking again for next year. Thanks!
The house was very clean and well furnished. Our only complaint about the house was the walk to the dock/lake area. If you have anyone in your group with limited mobility they will not be able to walk down to enjoy the lake because of the distance and grade. I think this should have been called out in the listing. All in all we had a great time and made the best of it. Thank you!
We were a group of two families who thoroughly enjoyed vacationing on the lake. We’ve always gone to beaches in the past, but have come to love Lake life. There wasn’t a dull moment I would highly recommend you rent a pontoon boat to really enjoy the lake, it’s gorgeous. We liked pulling the boat up to Drifters and Mitchell‘s marina for lunch, dinner and drinks. So much to do-fish, paddle board, tube and wave run. We had 8 kids ranging in ages from 5 to 22. The house accommodated everyone perfectly older kids played pool at night and little ones with adults just enjoyed chilling out by the fire pit. We will definitely come back again great service.
Meredith M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brittany C.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Great house just a few things to be aware of
Great house and set up for a family/friends vacation. A few things to be aware of: steps can be dangerous (stones that aren’t physically attached to the ground so be very cautious when walking to the water). There is no boathouse and it is just a floating dock. If you are bringing multiple boats, you can make it work but it is less than ideal. Hot tub and outdoor space at the house we’re our favorite hangouts.
Beautiful house and lake view. Outdoor decks/terraces and seating were very dirty. Needed to be wiped down before using. Seating at the fire pit was unusable due to need for cleaning. Challenging walk to dock and lake. Path/stairs to the lake are not for young children.
There were 18 of us (10 children) and we all found a comfy place to sleep (not all in beds). The home is very nice and as stated before the views from the decks are beautiful. The communities electric went out and when it came back our internet didn't work (xfinity problem not Beville). Mike made some phone calls and got them out sooner than expected. His men that came out to check it couldn't fix the problem but they did fix a flat tire we had which saved us hours of run around! We all agreed it was our best week yet at SML and would recommend Foothills Retreat for a family vacation.
We had a great family vacation. All of my family loved the house, we had plenty of room, we had 14 of us. This was our first family vacation with all of us together, with my sons now having their own family and they were all sad to leave and can't wait to do it again next year.
The house was nice and clean and very organized. The maintenance man was so friendly and very nice.
If there was any downfalls it would be not enough silverware and a big sectional couch would have been nice so we could sit comfortable watching a movie( but that is just little stuff). We would still go back there next year again, but you need to put a ski lift in from the dock to the fire pit..LOL...that was a killer or it just could have been that we all are way out of shape..LOL.
Thank you so, so much for our fantastic family vacation and all of the memories we created. I would highly recommend your place to anyone.
Once again we can not thank you enough for letting us vacation in your home.
Deborah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sheridan M.
Aug 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Misleading Listing
The house was lovely although not comfortable for 10 adults. Seating was most hard side chairs with one two seater couch in the great room. The lot was EXTREMELY steep and not easily navigated by those of us with some balance and mobility issues. Access to the lake was challenging for all - one section in particular where there were no steps only uneven stepping stones that appeared to be washed out by recent rains.
None of the bedrooms contained televisions so watching a program was difficult when the room was full of people. The pictures were out of date and not indicative of the property. We would not stay here again.
Sheridan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Erica R.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Disappointing
Having booked several houses over the years, I’ve never run into so many issues or been as disappointed in my selection
Pros:
- interior matches picture and description
- Modern/updated interior
- Layout was great for a group of 10
- Game room was a hit
- Proximity to boat rentals, restaurants and the grocery store
Cons:
- ANTS! There were ants everywhere when we arrived. There were dozens of ant traps in the kitchen, on the floor, on the counters, it was so disgusting.
- treacherous hike down to the dock was less than ideal, resulting in a portion of our group not being able to enjoy the dock or be able to board the boat. Not recommended for children or older adults with any mobility concerns.
- Broken stone step on the walkway resulting in injuries.
- Damaged door locks preventing the house from being able to be secured that were never repaired
- The ice maker was broken. The property mgmt. company said they’d bring ice daily, they brought it 1x
- Slow responses from property management, it took 2 calls, an email and 6 hours to even get a text back. The majority of the issues were never resolved before we left.
We enjoyed the peaceful cove and especially the hot tub and fire pit. The beds were super comfy and the kitchen had good cooking space. For a group of 12, we were short one coffee cup, but other than that the dishes/utensils were ample and small appliances were very helpful.We truly appreciated the gas fireplaces as the weather was quite cool and we were still able to be outside to drink our coffee and enjoy the surrounding area.