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DROP ANCHOR at Ancora Point! Hot Tub & Sunset Views!

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
TV, foosball, table tennis
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 63759 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Huddleston, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Haven Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Huddleston

This vacation home places you next to Smith Mountain Lake and within a mile (2 km) of Lake Haven Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Haven Marina - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Liberty University - 54 min drive - 43.5 miles
  • Berglund Center - 60 min drive - 44.0 miles

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪The Little Mule Cafe - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Restaurant - ‬56 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DROP ANCHOR at Ancora Point! Hot Tub & Sunset Views!

DROP ANCHOR at Ancora Point!

3 Bedrooms, 3½ Bathrooms!

This home offer spectacular wide water views with breathtaking sunsets!
Enjoy the view from an expansive, private deck, or while you relax in the HOT TUB on the lower patio; dock your boat along the 30ft floater; sunbathe on the oversized dock or take a refreshing swim; picnic at the gazebo near the dock - You're sure to cherish your time at Ancora Point!

For time inside the home, enjoy the 20ft atrium great room with floor to ceiling windows and comfortable couches and watch TV on the flatscreen.
There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor; a master suite with king bed and bathroom w/tile shower & soaking tub. The second bedroom offers a queen bed. There's also a half bath nearby to the bedroom and great room.
Loft features a full bath and a balcony overlooking the living room and a breathtaking view for miles of water.

On the patio/ground level there's 1 bedrooms and 1 flex room - 1 with a king bed and the other with a twin. Family room offers a foosball table, ping pong and pool table + TV. Full bath also located on the lower level.

From the ground floor, walk out to the gently sloped lot to a HUGE yard with gazebo near the water. You're sure to spend much of your time sunbathing on the gazebo deck as well as the large dock, and swimming from the dock and the floater. Dock house and 2 kayaks available for use.
With deep, clean water and prime location at Marker R8 on the main channel, this ideally situated home is a memory-making waterfront property you won't want to miss - at sunrise, during the day and at sunset each night. So DROP ANCHOR here at Ancora Point on Smith Mountain Lake!

Wifi, Central A/C, Washer/Dryer. Sorry, covered boat slip & hoist are not available for tenant use.

No Smoking/No Vaping

3 Bedrooms, 1 Flex Room, 3½ Bathrooms:
2 King, Queen, Twin

Bathroom Details:
Upper Level - Tub/Shower Combo
Main Level - #1, Shower & Tub, #2 ½ Bath
Lower Level- Shower

Floor plan available upon request.

Located nearby to all homes near Parkway Marina!

**RENTALS ARE WEEKLY (SATURDAY TO SATURDAY) JUNE 13 THRU AUGUST 14, 2026. TWO NIGHT MINIMUM ALL OTHER TIMES, EXCEPT THERE'S A THREE NIGHT MINIMUM OVER HOLIDAYS.**

Also Accepting 2027 Tentative Reservations w/Only $200 Down!

ITEMS TO BRING: Lake towels, trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels), detergent (dish & laundry) flashlight, firewood for fire-pit, life jackets.

Items NOT to bring: Worries & stress.

OPTIONAL LINEN PACKAGE INFORMATION:
Package includes bed sheets for all beds within the home (does not include sheets for pullout sofas or futons).
A Towel Roll for Each Person (based on maximum occupancy). Each Towel Roll Includes 2 Bath Towels, 1 Hand Towel, 1 Wash Cloth, 1 Cosmetic Towel.
1 Bath Mat per Bathroom.
1 Kitchen Starter Pack - Dawn Dish Detergent, Sponge & Kitchen Towel
**Linen Packages Will Be Delivered Prior to Check-In Time & Will Be Inside of the Home, In a Canvas Bag.


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.
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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:
1093 Anchor Bend Drive
Huddleston, VA 24104
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

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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

  • 3.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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: 3,759 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

63d41870a7bd41-21829415

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Huddleston, just steps from Smith Mountain Lake. You'll also find Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Lake Haven Marina within a short drive.

Is there a spa at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA), which is about 28.5 mi away. Another top airport is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is around 28.9 mi away.

DROP ANCHOR at Ancora Point! Hot Tub & Sunset Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

4/10 Poor

Orvill J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was invested with squirrels. We didn’t sleep well they were running all over the ceilings and walls. We should have been offered another place to stay. The rental agency knew the squirrels were in the roof/attic. There was mold on the ceiling from all of the squirrels urinating on that spot. The one bed room smelled like urine we had to spray cover sent.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
SML was beautiful lake. Drop Anchor was a fabulous house with amazing views and all the emenities we could need. The house was well maintained, clean, and well equipped. The dock was a great place to sit in the morning with a cup of coffee and a good book as well as to sit and enjoy the magnificent sunset. It was a great place to stay.
Coffee and a view
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Trip

Relaxing, beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sharisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very beautiful views, nice and spacious!

Beautiful scenic views. The property is very close to the lake could use some minor upkeep/ repairs. Management was very reliable when answering any questions regarding the property. Overall experience 4 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerri P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunset heaven

Kayaking in the morning, corn hole before lunch then hot tubbing at sunset. Beautiful view and tranquility at its best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice vacation home

Clean and comfortable. Great location and views, though a bit windy when we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break

House was clean and as expected. Everything needed for the trip was available. The beds were comfortable bathrooms were in great shape.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family time at SML!

Wonderful family time at this beautiful lake home. Great views from deck, family room, and dock. Very comfortable accommodations. Linens and bath towels provided was very convenient. Kids loved the game room and kayaks. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

This is a beautiful lake house. Our family of 6 had plenty of space and the house is nicely furnished with a well equipped kitchen. We spent our days on the dock and the beach area is perfect for little ones. We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Amazing views, updated and clean interior.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil stay

The house is lovely and comfortable. The lake views are beautiful. We enjoyed our stay very much. The only negative was I asked specifically in advance if there would be firewood at the property to use in the firepit and was told there would be. There was no firewood anywhere on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ancora Point

Beautiful house and wonderful location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful time at this property. When we arrived, everything was just as in the pictures. The cleaning service had done a great job. Water views were beautiful. Can’t say enough good about our stay here! Thanks for a great family mini vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lakefront house!

The house had nice amenities, beautiful views of the lake, a hot tub, games for our kids, and more. We had a great time and would definitely consider coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness

too Many rules, regulations and threats of charging extra

The house and property was nice but there were too many rules regulations and threatening of charging extra it made it a very unpleasant experience and the owners decided to charge us an extra $500 on the last day because apparently neighbors stated that we had more occupancy than the required amount which was not true. We booked for 6 and only has 4 they tried to say that neighbors said we had a lot of people at the house and too many cars in the driveway(only 2) we eventually got our deposit back. I would not recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing View!

The house is so nice! The beds are very comfortable, the views are amazing, and the house is just perfect for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Broken Hot Tub But Had a Great Time Anyway

Great location and beautiful property. The only reason why we gave a “4” was because of the broken hot tub. We sought out this property for the hot tub and were told it was in working order, so we were very disappointed on the first night when we found that it was leaking. The management company wasn’t able to have anyone come out to fix it but we did get some money back for the inconvenience. Regardless of that issue, we had a great time and enjoyed our visit to the SML area. It was a nice weekend getaway for a couple who never gets away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ermioni M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

We had a great time. Location can not be beat. One of the better rentals on the lake. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing view and very comfortable and beautiful house

Very easy and spot on!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good rental, needs a little work

If I could give this a 4.5 out of 5 I would. It’s a really nice place, and the property management is very organized and responsive. From what I can tell this is a newer rental property, and it’s in the process of being updated. The good: - Entire place was very clean when we arrived. - Location is great. Centrally located and beautiful views. - Large updated kitchen with plenty of cooking supplies. Large dining table and stools. - First floor master is very nice and the master bath is probably the best feature in the house. - Beds were all very nice and comfortable. - Ground level floor is nice and has tons of games and things to do for young kids. - New was washer/dryer The not-so-good: - The dock (and steps leading down) is in need of some attention. Several nails/screws sticking out, areas of wood rot, etc. - Windows in living room leak (a lot) when it rains. - HVAC is tricky. Very good in general living area, but not great in bedrooms. And bedrooms do not have ceiling fans. (Luckily they had two stationary fans we moved into the bedrooms) Loft area also gets pretty warm. - Some things were just broken or not working. (Master bedroom doorknob, fridge ice dispenser, one of the upper deck sliding doors, etc.) - No trash cans or garage. (Not unusual to not have trash pickup on the lake. You have to drive your trash to a local dumpster abt 15 mins away)... BUT, without any covered trash cans or a garage to store your trash, you have to take several trips to the dump, otherwise you end up with smelly trash in the house). And you can’t leave it out at night or the animals will get into it. - Internet was very very slow The property management was really responsive. When we noticed an issue, all I had to do was email them and they had it fixed by the same time the next day. (Example they fixed the doorknob, and removed or replaced the nails on the dock) I would expect this rental will continue to improve over time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Life!!

Wonderful time at the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Lovely home in great location, million dollar views- sunset each night was absolutely beautiful. Enjoyed it very much, would definitely return. Thank you for a memorable vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ebru C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what one envisions when one thinks Lake House...

The house was clean and spacious. The views alone are worth the trip and every memory made. We rented a pontoon from the Marina less than 1/2 a mile away (Parkway Marina) and tied the pontoon over night a couple nights to the large spacious floating dock. The dock area has plenty of room to spread out and sun, fish and find some shade when needed. The boat house made it easy to leave all of our "lake stuff" down there with our fear of anything being lost. There were large carp under the dock and we enjoyed fishing from there as well. By boat the location is 15 minutes to the dam and the coves in that area. Lots of great memories made! Deer visiting morning and night every day! A peaceful and beautiful retreat!! The trip up and down from the house to the dock is not as steep as we've seen in other homes. There aren't many stairs but you do have to walk on a slight grass hill to get form the house to the stairs. A great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake luxury

Great experience, home requires a few minor upkeep repairs but overall an outstanding rental in an outstanding setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019