Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 25 min drive - 19.1 miles
Berglund Center - 36 min drive - 24.8 miles
Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 37 min drive - 25.8 miles
Tanglewood Mall - 41 min drive - 33.4 miles
Getting around
Roanoke Station - 42 min drive
Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 23 min drive
El Toreno Mexican Bar & Grill - 24 min drive
Wendy's - 25 min drive
Edo Grill and Sushi - 17 min drive
Lago Pizza - 15 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.
Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock
Summary:
BookSmart Properties presents: Sleeping Bear Lodge, a fully-renovated lakefront retreat in Smith Mountain Lake. Features 2 living rooms with wood-burning fireplaces, a game room w/ bumper pool, air hockey, poker, shuffleboard, and outdoor amenities like a hot tub, fire pit, horseshoe pit, 3 hammocks, & large dock with 5 kayaks/canoes. The top deck offers a screened porch with stunning lake views. Come experience the ultimate outdoor paradise for relaxation and recreation. Book your stay today!
The Space:
Inside, you'll find spacious and well-appointed rooms featuring not one, but two living areas with wood-burning fireplaces to keep you cozy on chilly evenings. The game room is a great spot for some friendly competition, with bumper pool, air hockey, poker, and shuffleboard tables to keep everyone entertained.
Outside, you'll find plenty of opportunities to soak up the sunshine and enjoy the stunning views of the lake. There's a ping pong table, a hot tub, and an outdoor fire pit for evening gatherings. The horseshoe pit and 3 hammocks are perfect for outdoor activities and relaxation. The large dock provides ample seating for taking in the water views, and you'll have access to 5 kayaks/canoes for exploring the lake.
The top deck features a beautiful screened-in porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee or watch the sunset over the lake in the evenings. Sleeping Bear Lodge is truly a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. Book your stay today and experience the ultimate lake front getaway.
Guest Access:
Detailed check-in instructions and a unique access code will be provided prior to arrival.
**Per HOA guidelines and local laws, the guests making the reservation must be at least 23 years old and be present during the entire duration of the stay. For non-family groups, all guests must be over the age of 23. If this rule or the home occupancy limit is breached, guests may be subject to fines or eviction.**
**One dog is welcome for a $250 pet fee that will be added to your reservation**
The Neighborhood:
- 6-minute drive to SPIKES' PRIME TIME FISHIN’
- 15-minute drive to Jake's Place Restaurant
- 12-minute drive to Goodview Grocery
- 13-minute drive to Food Lion
Getting Around:
The exact property address and home details will be sent to you with the check in instructions so you can easily plan your transportation!
Other Things to Note:
One dog is welcome, however, in order to ensure the cleanliness of our property for future guests we will require an additional fee of $250.
Payment Schedule:
50% due at confirmation
50% or remaining balance due 30 days before check-in
The following violations may be subject to additional fines of up to $300: unregistered pets, late departure without approval by host, & house left excessively messy.
High speed Wifi is an amenity that is provided at the property but we cannot guarantee functionality for issues that are beyond our control. Potential Wifi outages will always be handled in a timely manner and resolved to the best of our ability. Unfortunately it is not guaranteed that our solutions will fix the issue and refunds will not be given for Wifi malfunctions.
Interaction with Guests:
I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. I’m only a phone call/message away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,760 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 23
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Moneta, just steps from Smith Mountain Lake. You'll also find Halesford Harbor Marina and Bridgewater Marina nearby.
Is there parking available at Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
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.
Is Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each house, and some feature lake view.
Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA), which is 25.5 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is around 29.4 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock?
Yes, every house at Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock comes with a balcony and some offer lake views.
Lakefront Paradise - Hot Tub, Game Rm, Kayaks, Dock Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Zachariah Z.
Jan 19, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to disconnect from the DMV
Zachariah Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Regan W.
Dec 1, 2025
Regan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica R.
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, very clean and well stocked house. The bear details everywhere (decorations, outdoor wood pieces, even children bear themed books!) were such a nice touch! Really appreciated cabinets in the kitchen being labeled to find everything, and the game room was a hit. While this may not apply to every stay, everything we needed was there- trash bags, cleaner, paper towels, laundry pods, dish soap, dishwasher pods, coffee, spices, and even tea!10/10 recommend and we WILL be back
Jessica R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay O.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Lakefront Paradise was the perfect location for our family vacation. The home is well-equipped with everything you need and it's a great set-up for a large family or two small families. We spent much of our time outside on the dock and in the water. The area off the dock is calm and shallow, so great for small children. We rented a jet ski and were able to explore a lot of the lake, and then tie it to the dock. James was a wonderful, responsive host as well! Thank you for providing a beautiful home!!
Lindsay O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheldon R.
Apr 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
SML First
This home and location at SML was like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Perfect for families who like to be on the water. We rented a motorboat for a local marina and came and went as desired from our own private boat dock at the house. We loved the whole stay!
Sheldon R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home with great amenities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Since our stay fell during the winter and the lake was frozen, I can't speak for the use of the outdoor spaces. However, there was plenty to do inside! The property has a game room which we took full advantage of. The home is well-equipped and very spacious. Loved the layout too. Very clean and a fairly quiet setting. We would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Our family and 2 dogs had a great 4 day stay at James’ property. Extremely clean and well appointed. The kitchen was the best stocked VRBO kitchen we’ve ever seen. You could easily prepare all your meals at home with a lot of variety. The game room was a great way to spend the chillier evenings and dipping into the hot tub was perfect for unwinding. The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet and great for walking the dogs and getting exercise. Although we stayed in the winter months , we could easily see how fun the back yard would be with ping pong, horseshoes, hammocks, firepit and multiple places to gather and enjoy the water etc. We highly recommend this home!
Michelle M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
James W., Palm Harbor USA
Sep 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Recreational Paradise
Just a well appointed lakefront VRBO that provided tons of opportunities to recreate.
James W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
emily d.
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
The lodge was as impressive as it’s posted pictures. The game room was great as it gave us a fun refuge from a rainy day. It s a beautiful and comfortable home with enough living and outdoor space for a large family. And the communication with the host,James,was great.
emily d.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison J.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Really large nice cabin in a perfect location on Smith Mountain Lake. The house was a good size with plenty of room. Game room was so much fun. We had a great time playing every night. Hot tub nice. Dock was great for fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, and canoeing. We had a very relaxing vacation.
Allison J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We had an enjoyable and relaxing stay at the Sleeping Bear Lodge. We had beautiful weather and spent most of our time outside (canoeing, swimming, fishing, bird watching, enjoying the fire pit and hot tub, etc.), but even if the weather isn't perfect, there is plenty to do inside the house, which makes it an ideal rental location that we highly recommend. Great communication. Clean and comfortable.
Andrew M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melinda I.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
End of summer trip
House was beautiful! Spacious! Clean and nice quiet location on lake!
Melinda I.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Katie H.
Jul 21, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not professional
This booking took a turn for the bad when I seen the weather change, i reached out to james about changing booking dates for due to it and he said sure ill check availability. So i thought great my daughter's 10th birthday isnt ruined. He then responded the next weekend wasn't available... i had said no problem just book us for whatever weekend was next available and he responded immediately that its too late to chanfe after he just said it wasn't a problem. To make matters worse our family tested positive for covid days before the trip with documentation and he would rather make money and chance giving the next family covid an responded he will make sure its cleaned properly. This was a stunning beautifully well kept lake house though but horrible business practice.
Katie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patty S.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
We had a great time!!
Patty S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frances N.
Nov 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
Best game room! The house was crazy clean, the location is great and the hot tub was awesome!
Frances N.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake home
This is like camping, but with the luxury of beds and air-conditioning etc. Wonderful lake property. We enjoyed the kayaks and canoe- the coves are great for fishing , seeing herons, kingfisher, and even an otter swimming by !
The house is just as pictured. Beds were very comfortable.
We would rent this one again !
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle P., Springfield VA
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect family time
From comfortable beds, to a stocked kitchen with actual sharp knives and clean pots and pans, the home had everything we needed that most places just neglect. They had some toiletries, paper towels, extra toilet paper, cleaning supplies and the game room and hot tub were awesome for kids! We had our boat along, so got to enjoy the larger area of the lake, but also loved the quiet of our little inlet. We would love to come back again!
Danielle P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather K.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Perfect lake getaway . Process was very easy and owner was helpful with all questions!! Beds were VERY soft as well.. for me that’s a deal breaker so very pleased !!Would definitely recommend
Heather K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
Jun 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lake home
This is a lovely lake home with wonderful amenities for all age ranges—from active and sedentary indoor games, to yard games, fire pits, a hot tub, kayaks and canoes. The view is beautiful! There are several areas outside to relax and enjoy the scenery.
We had a fabulous time on the rainy days and the sunny days!
I do recommend packing extra towels for use at the lake and hot tub.
The speedy communication was appreciated too.
Thanks for a great stay. :)