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Brown Dog's Bluff - dog friendly - Incredible game room, private dock, coffee bar...What a vacation spot!

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Access tranquil waters from our private dock, perfect for boating or relaxing.
Experience the outdoor comfort with our fire pit, offering a perfect spot for unwinding and enjoying the night air.
Our game room is designed for enjoyment, offering activities to keep everyone entertained.
Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee in the morning.
Enjoy meals together at the dining table, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6227 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bayside Marina & Yacht Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Brown Dog's Bluff - dog friendly - Incredible game room, private dock, coffee bar...What a vacation spot!

Welcome to Brown Dog's Bluff at Smith Mountain Lake, your lakeside escape nestled in the well-groomed Waterfront golf course community. This beautifully updated home offers beautiful waterfront views and easy access to a “wake-free" cove, perfect for swimming, kayaking, and fishing.
As you step inside, you will be greeted by an open floorplan that effortlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen—ideal for gathering with family and friends. The main living space includes cathedral ceilings and large windows that fill the area with natural light, creating an inviting and relaxing space. The well-appointed kitchen is perfect for culinary creations and allows you to stay connected to the group during meal prep.
The primary bedroom suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a King bed and large windows that showcase stunning lake views. Pamper yourself in the large ensuite bath, complete with a jetted tub and a separate walk-in shower. Two additional Queen bedrooms on the main floor provide ample space for family and friends, along with a full bathroom and a convenient half bath.
Venture downstairs to discover a fun-filled lower level, perfect for kids and adults. Here, you'll find two sets of twin bunk beds, a spacious sectional couch, and a fantastic game room equipped with a ping-pong table, foosball, pool table, and dart board—ensuring endless entertainment for everyone even if a little rain should fall during your stay. This level also includes a half bath for added convenience.
Step outside onto the expansive deck or patio, where you can soak in the sun or take a leisurely stroll down the brick walkway to your private dock. The cove is perfect for relaxing, floating, or exploring with the kayaks provided. With ample parking for multiple vehicles and boat trailers, you can easily bring along your watercraft to fully enjoy everything Smith Mountain Lake has to offer.
Whether you’re seeking adventure or a peaceful retreat, Brown Dog's Bluff is your perfect home away from home. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories by the lake!
House Rules for Your Stay

Responsible Renter: You must be at least 25 years old to rent the property. Proof of age may be requested. A parent or legal guardian must accompany guests under this age.

Occupancy Limit: The property is strictly limited to the number of guests specified in your reservation, as listed in the house advertisement (ages 2 and above). This maximum occupancy cannot be adjusted. Exceeding this limit is a breach of contract and may result in immediate eviction.

Pets Policy: Only dogs are allowed in approved pet-friendly homes with a paid fee. All pets must be leashed and under control at all times. Emotional support animals are not permitted unless explicitly authorized in writing with a fee.

No Parties or Events: The property is for residential use only. Parties, events, or loud gatherings are not permitted and may result in immediate eviction.

Quiet Hours: To maintain a peaceful environment, please keep noise levels to a minimum between 10 PM and 8 AM. Respect the neighbors’ right to quiet enjoyment.

Trash Disposal: Guests must remove all trash upon departure and dispose of it in the designated facility. The cleaning fee covers routine cleaning only and does not include additional cleanup.

Property Respect and Maintenance: Report any maintenance needs immediately to ensure a prompt resolution. Treat the home as your own; any damages or excessive mess may result in additional charges. Please return all furnishings to their original positions upon checkout.

Follow Local Regulations: Abide by all local laws and regulations. No parking on lawns or adjacent properties; please respect all parking restrictions.

Emergency Preparedness: Familiarize yourself with emergency exits and procedures. Keep emergency contact information accessible during your stay.

No Smoking: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the property. Please use designated outdoor areas for smoking and dispose of all cigarette waste properly.

By proceeding with your reservation, you agree to adhere to these house rules. A complete list of terms and conditions will be provided and must be signed by the person responsible for the reservation prior to your stay.

Property manager

Smith Mountain Lake Vacation Rentals, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crazy Horse Marina and Bayside Marina & Yacht Club 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 Community Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bayside Marina & Yacht Club - 14 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cowboy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brown Dog's Bluff - dog friendly - Incredible game room, private dock, coffee bar...What a vacation spot! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Brown Dog's Bluff - dog friendly - Incredible game room, private dock, coffee bar...What a vacation spot! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Smith Mountain Lake, Smith Mountain Lake Community Park, and Booker T. Washington National Monument. Crazy Horse Marina and Bayside Marina & Yacht Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home and view. Home was clean and came with so many extras like dish soap, laundry detergent and dishwasher detergent. The cosmetic hand towels were an excellent touch. Our family enjoyed our day on the dock and our nights playing in the game room. Will definitely return. The neighborhood was quiet and calming for a relaxing break.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Great home

Great home with everything that you need. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

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

Perfect week away at SML

Great space, friendly hosts, awesome location. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Great family lakefront home!!!

We had a wonderful family reunion weekend!!! Hope to visit again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Wonderful!

This was amazingly relaxing week with my two children! The home was fantastic and we’ll be back to the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Wonderful lake house!

We had a great time staying here for our trip to SML. The house was perfect. Everything was in great condition and very clean. The game room was a lot of fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

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

Relaxing

Owners are very informative about home and area. Beautiful and quiet property to rest and relax. This home is well laid out for family and kids to spread out. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

HeyPaw

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

Another wonderful stay

this property is really great. The location is close to town, but also lakefront. The dock is so nice, the cove is quiet, the neighborhood is really picturesque. You can't go wrong with this property. Just don't forget to sign up for linens, like I did. It worked out anyway, bc we just went and bought linens and took them home with us. We feel very at home there. Highly recommend this home for your next lake stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

Wonderful return stay

Another perfect trip to this beautiful home on SML. It doesn’t get any better than this home, especially for our family with 2 sons and our pup. There is so much to do both in and out of the house, and the quiet lake cove is perfection. We can’t wait for our next visit!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell H M.

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

Super

Super Clean, Super Nice, Super Host, highly likely to book again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

Wonderful time at the lake

The house was awesome!! Perfect in every way. Thank you Holly!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Just lovely

This house was extremely comfortable, in a great location and had everything we needed and more. There was tremendous attention to detail which made the house and property exceptionally cozy. The game room was perfect for our kids. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

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

Spring break

The house was perfect, and we originally booked to cover iffy spring weather. We had beautiful weather and utilized the dock for fishing and kayaking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

As advertised and then some!

We stayed for a few days while attending our son’s graduation Virginia Tech and it was fantastic. Finally a home that matches the description! This house and location will it disappoint you! The host was also very response to messages leading up to our stay and a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend this house to anyone, we will certainly book again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley P.

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

Highly recommend!

Thank you Jeff and Holly for letting us stay in your home. It truly felt like home away from home. The home is in a great location for water activities or out on the town. Jeff and Holly go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and we love that we could bring our 8mo old golden retriever! Highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a getaway to SML!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Brown Dog Bluff

Very nice property it was perfect for a family of six. The picture of the front of the walk down to the deck is a bit deceiving because it was rather long and steep, Non-issue for kids and the younger adults, but for the parents got a little long by the end of the week but I guess it helped to keep our legs in shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Great vacation

This is our 4th year visiting SML. We loved the house and location along the lake. It’s a very quiet cove. We loved having our dog be able to come on vacation with us. Very convenient location to run out and grab what you need. Plenty of space to hang out in the house, on the deck, and at the dock. My husband and I prefer a deeper cove to hang and float but the kids loved that they were able to touch the bottom. They were still able to jump off the dock. We had a great vacation here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee P.

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

Loved it on so many levels

The home is so easy to get to, abundant parking, no worries about blocking someone in. The photos do not do this house justice. It is beautiful inside and out. Lots of room for everyone. Great house and quiet water front.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Super !

Fabulous rental property - the property itself has everything , and it was super clean…Great location on quiet cove - we went charter fishing and were able to get picked up right at the dock ! Great communication - highly recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ideal in every way

Beautiful, clean, fabulous set up throughout the home including the game room as well as outside deck and dock areas. You will EJOY for sure! We did! Thank you Holly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Family Vacation

Excellent vacation with our young adult children and fur babies! The property was immaculate and has all the comforts of home, plus plenty of extras with something fun for everyone! The owner, Holly, was extremely responsive and accommodating from our very first communication. I would definitely recommend this property and would love to stay here again! - The Blackburns
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

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

Perfect lake vacation spot!

Brown Dog Bluff was fabulous. Lovely and welcoming space inside and out. Airy and comfy throughout. The owners pay so much attention to every detail. We all loved the game room! The cove is perfect for floating and paddling, and also easy access to boat to lunch or dinner (our favorite), or hit Kroger and cook at home. We all had a really great time. I also loved that there was plenty of shade (including over the hammock!)
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia P.

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

Awesome house.

I've rented homes at SML for 10 years. This one is by far the best. Great location and plenty to do when its sunny or raining. Furniture and beds are very comfortable. The home and property was very pet friendly for my dog with hip dysplasia. Thanks Holly and Heff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

Easter visit

Everything about our stay was amazing. The views of the lake are incredible and the house was spotless, comfortable, and beautiful. The accommodations and extra touches left by the hosts were so thoughtful and valued, especially for our family. We spent most of our 5 day trip fishing off the dock and using the kayaks. It was difficult to get my husband away from the dock and impossible to get my sons out of the game room. We are so excited to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

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

Everything was amazing

We rented this amazing property the week of our daughters wedding in Rocky Mount,Va. we had a lot to do prior to the wedding so we didn’t utilize the property to its fullest but it had everything and then some! It was so nice to arrive with the beds made and a welcome card with a few snacks from the owner. We can’t say enough good things about Brown Dogs Bluff! If you are looking for nice clean quiet vacation house this is the one for you! Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

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