[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort in Wirtz, a short walk to Smith Mountain Lake ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/40cff4ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/6b0599f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/ac4ddc4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/20953c2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592309/da811de6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake . Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this resort. 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[Visit our Wirtz travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wirtz.dx184123) [View more Resorts in Wirtz](https://www.expedia.ca/Wirtz-Resort-Hotels.d184123-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C37.05306%2C-79.69479&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xGXvhyg2qc8t8d77cKeb2K1x9W4=) Wirtz, VA ### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km - Blue Ridge Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Gills Creek Marina - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 20 min drive - 16.6 km - Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 51 min drive - 49.1 km ### Getting around - Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 61 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬15 min drive - ‪Magnum Point Marina - ‬24 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort near Smith Mountain Lake A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake . Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this resort. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - Games, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture Room features All guestrooms at MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is MERU, a Cozy stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake located? > Situated on the waterfront, this resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Blue Ridge Marina. Gills Creek Marina and Booker T. Washington National Monument are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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