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Fire-pit
Firepit
Walkway
Lakeside

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Huddleston, Virginia
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Lake Haven Marina
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!

4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 level cedar contemporary. Well equipped kitchen, dining area and living room w/50" flatscreen TV and beautiful brick, wood-burning fireplace (available during the fall and winter).
Main level bedroom w/king bed and attached bathroom.

Upper level with 2 bedrooms (1 w/ a queen and the other with 2 twin beds) and a bathroom.
Lower level offers bedroom (w/queen bed) w/attached bathroom and family room w/50" flatscreen TV and ping pong table.

Nice walkway leading built-in fire-pit & dock, which offers covered boat slip & jet ski slip w/hoists, floating dock, lockable storage room w/mini fridge and radio, lights, electricity, 2 kayaks and a paddleboard! Located in a deep water cove perfect for swimming. Mountain view from dock. Washer/dryer, A/C, gas grill, corn hole boards.
Comcast, Xfinity Wifi

Year 'Round Curbside Trash Pickup!

No Smoking/No Vaping

4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms:
King, 2 Queen, 2 Twin

Bathroom Details:
Upper Level - Shower
Main Level - Tub/Shower Combo
Lower Level - Shower

Floor plan available upon request.

Located on the same street as Lake Lure, Hope's Retreat, Longhaven & Fun in the Sun! -Also part of Lake Retreat's Vacation Rental Program!

**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.**

Also Accepting 2026 Tentative Reservations w/Only $200 Down!

$160.00 CLEANING FEE, $200.00 PET FEE (2 Dog Max.), $200.00 RESERVATION FEE, 12.3% TAX ON RENT
OPTIONAL LINEN PACKAGE - $150.00

Items to bring: Lake towels, trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry), basket coffee filters, flashlight, firewood for fire-pit, 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:
222 Deerwood Lane
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 manager

Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC
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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Huddleston

Located in Huddleston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina and Lake Haven 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. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Huddleston, Virginia

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Lake Haven Marina - 22 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 25 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 52 min drive - 43.1 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬50 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fire-pit, Kayaks, Paddleboard, Wifi, Game Room, Pet Friendly & More! Come Visit "English Retreat"! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday 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 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malinda S.

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

Perfect for family Thanksgiving

My husband and I invited out daughter, husband, and infant son and our son and his fiance for tThanksgiving weekend. The kitchen was spacious and very well stocked (which was important since I forgot a couple of things), The living area was roomy and comfortable. Since we had nice weather we even used the deck and the fire pit. The bedrooms and bathrooms were on three different levels and this was the deciding factor in selecting this property. We would definitely choose to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Lovely getaway

We appreciated the cleanliness, layout, lake and peaceful setting. Top floor has two bedrooms and bathroom. Main floor has master and ensuite. Basement has bedroom and bathroom. Made it easy to create some divided spaces and worked well for our group. Firepit was fun. The lake was lovely and there were items to help enjoy the lake - life vests, a few toys and kayaks, and standup paddle board (paddle for paddle board is missing). Only downsides were the spotty internet service and lack of seasonings in the kitchen. (Seasonings were not listed in the listing. I am used to having a few, like cinnamon, left by other guests.) I prefer places with the keypad but the office staff was welcoming and picking up the keys was an easy process.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great house and location, but shamefully managed by property management company

House and location are great. At the time of writing, the home is managed by a property management company and we did not have a good experience with them. They did not communicate well and never responded to documented/reported safety issues at the property involving unsafe conditions on the path from the house to the lake - we actually had someone slip and fall and emailed the management company but NEVER got a response. On top of poor exterior property maintenance, you have to drive out of the way to an office to pick up keys upon check-in, which I haven't had to do in at least a decade, and also the home is not furnished with any towels or linens and it is left up to the renter to arrange these services (vs the property management company handling it). If this were my home, I would not let the current management company manage my property - they are detracting more value than they are adding to the overall rental experience. Because of this, we will not be returning to this property and it is a shame because it is a really great spot on SML.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

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

Bailey Family & Friends Vacay 2022

We had a great time. The place was just as described. Felt very comfortable and homey. The lay out of the house was ideal for privacy and most anything you need for cooking is in the kitchen. (Bring a can opener tho) The property management team was superb and made the process super easy. Wonderful getaway that I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L., Greensboro NC

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

Spring break weekend

Great house at the lake. Relaxing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Clare G.

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

Fun Stay

Those outside of the property was fantastic. The inside is good for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

richard m.

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

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Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Relaxing vacation

Reading, kayaking, family dinners and games. The perfect getaway. Very peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valentin R.

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

Great location...

Great location, great outdoor space. Community boat ramp is a huge plus! We enjoyed the stay very much. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V.

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

Graduation

We had a lovely time staying at this lakefront home for my eldest daughter’s graduation. The views were fantastic. The house was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great place to get away

We had a great time staying at English Retreat. The house was everything we wanted. We really loved the fire pit and the dock. Rented a boat so it was nice to be able to come and go as we pleased. Kitchen is well stocked. Living room and downstairs are roomy . Our dog really enjoyed the ability to run around the property as well as a quick dip in the water. Overall it was a great time and well worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlee M.

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

Home away from Home

This location was perfect for our large family and pets! The house had everything we needed to make our stay fun and comfortable. We would love to come and stay again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

K M.

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

Long weekend visit

Thank you for a great visit and weekend! We brought 6 kids, so the downstairs game room was a big hit. Water access and water equipment worked great; very nice dock. Chilly weekend in April, so we got to enjoy the fire pit area as well. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

heather t.

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

Great location and dock

Well equipped house, mattresses could use replacing as everyone thought they were uncomfortable. Lots of room, fabulous firepit and walkway to the lake. Very quiet location. Maybe get a space heater for the downstairs bedroom as it got a bit chilly
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Nice location, comfortable home.

It's obvious the owners take good care of the house. Everything was functional and clean. The kitchen was stocked well enough to be able to cook your average meal (although knives do need to be replaced or sharpened). Like many of the properties around the lake, linen service was not provided, but the leasing office provided the name of a service that dropped off linens. I only wish more houses would just include linens as part of the rental cost. The location down near the dam was great, best part of the lake. The floating portion of the dock was large enough to accommodate a 24ft pontoon that we rented. The owners also provide two kayaks for guest use, which was nice. The fire pit was great, we enjoyed it on a nice fall evening. This part of the lake has a steep shoreline, so the walk from the dock to the house involves a fair amount of steep steps. Fine for your average person, but anyone with mobility issues, take this into consideration. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O., Gastonia

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

Great stay at clean well equipped home. Wonderful lake to explore by boat.

Had a wonderful family weekend. Explored the cove via kayak at the property and hung out of the dock. We also rented a boat at Bridgewater Marina and crossed the lake back to the house. Had a wonderful time on a beautiful lake with so much to see and enjoy.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Hidden Gem!

Snagged a quick 3 day weekend away at this hidden gem in the mountains. The property is amazing! Easy access to the water, private community boat ramp, and just all around great neighborhood to rent from. Will definitely visit again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Goochland, VA

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

Awesome getaway

We had a lovely long weekend at English Retreat. The house was very clean and comfortable. The outside amenities were spectacular. The State Park is very close and fun to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

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

Just what we needed!

This was the perfect location for a weekend of relaxing and family fun. You can’t beat the view of the mountains and the lake is perfect. My girls loved the kayaks and floating in the cove. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

This was the perfect lake house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don S., Reading, PA

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

English Retreat

Property was everything advertised. The holly at the front of the house could be trimmed back as to not prick you as passing and the gravel path to the dock could be better maintained. An enjoyable time was had by our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F.

Lovely!

Well appointed spacious house on a quaint cove! Great place to relax and reconnect with family. Would love to return and stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Kristin F.

Nice family get away

Easy booking, nice clean house, well kept and updated. Wish the weather had been warmer so we could have enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board. Did not realize most restaurants were closed on Sunday- Tuesday. We will keep that in mind next time we book in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B., Charlotte, North Carolina

Peaceful retreat for couples and families

This is a very spacious house with nice updates. My wife and I visited with two other couples and two children. I especially enjoyed schooling my friends on the ping pong table all weekend. The kayaks are a nice touch if you need a little recreation and want to get on the water. It was a perfect getaway weekend. We will definitely come back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kara D.

Stressless vaca!

This home is in a wonderful location and is fully equipped for fun! We have stayed in several rentals at SML and this was our one of our favorites for the view and the provided kayaks. The slope was not too bad to walk up. My dogs loved it too! Perfect getaway for family and friends, and the neighbors are super nice. Would have been five stars if wifi had been unlimited and if linens were provided. Thanks for having us!

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