Title: Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33967900/33967887/cd688555.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33967900/33967887/6a9a1df0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33967900/33967887/958417d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33967900/33967887/40b267a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33967900/33967887/a1e5da8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled near Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Sweet By and By offers a peaceful lakeside retreat. Unwind in the 5-person hot tub or on the large dock with sun deck. With central air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, gas grill, high-speed wireless internet and more. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake This two-bedroom, two-bath cottage offers the ambiance of gentler times with all the comfort and luxury of the present! Sweet By and By is a quaint and peaceful home located on a very quiet street directly across from the entrance to the State Park. The setting is beautiful in the spring and summer, and even lovelier in the long, warm Virginia fall. Yet, the wooded lot, fireplace, and hot tub make Sweet By n’ By very private and cozy, and also the perfect place for a long winter weekend getaway. This home is truly wonderful during anytime of the year and the ideal place for one or two couples, or a small family. The one-level cottage style home is located on the Craddock Creek channel of beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. The cove offers deep, wide water that is great for swimming, boating, or cruising around in its five-person pedal boat or canoe. The home has central air, a laundry room, and a kitchen that is fully equipped for all of your cooking needs. Appliances include a full-size refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, waffle maker, crock pot, and blender. The kitchen is also stocked with dishes, glasses, flatware, pots, pans, and cooking utensils. The hot tub and gas grill are located under the carport, so they remain functional even in the event of inclement weather. In the living area, a 50” HDTV is connected to cable TV with an expansive HD programming package, a DVD player, as well as a Netflix subscription. High speed wireless internet and a wireless Printer/Scanner/Copier office machine afford the opportunity to extend a weekend stay and work remotely if needed. A gas fireplace is available (except during the summer) to take the chill out of the morning air and provide a cozy, romantic setting in the evenings. Additional 40" and 32” HDTVs and Blu-ray DVD players are available in the bedrooms, as well as Netflix service. Looking out to the lake is a sunroom furnished with a rocking chair and lounge chairs, which are ideal for enjoying morning coffee or quiet evenings. It is a perfect way to appreciate those great lake views or to relax with a good book. The room opens to a lighted walkway. Off the top of the walkway is a fire pit equipped with a cooking grate and tools to enjoy campfire cooking. The walkway leads to a porch swing situated on a landing by the lake. The landing area can be warmed by a second fire pit. At the end of the walkway is a large dock with a sun deck. The dock’s amenities include: electrical outlets, lighting, a covered boat slip, a hoist that is designed to accommodate either one V-hull boat or up to two jet skis, and a floating dock that is outfitted for mooring boats. It is a great spot for swimming, fishing, waterskiing or just kicking back and enjoying the sun! After enjoying a day on water, spend a leisurely evening around the warmth of the fire pit or pitching horseshoes, if you are looking for some friendly competition. An RV port (w/ water and electric) is available near the entrance of the property. The property is also conveniently located near Mariners Landing Golf Course and would be ideal for a foursome interested in a golf weekend. The 5th hole at Mariners Landing, a par 3 over water, can be seen directly across the cove from the property. Amenities Include: Private Wooded Lakeside Site, Near Smith Mountain Lake State Park Central Air Conditioning and Heating Backup Generator with 50amp Generator Inlet Wired to the Electrical Panel 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, and 2 Queen Sofa Beds 2 Full Bathrooms 5 Person Hot Tub HD Cable TV with Pause, Rewind, and Recording Functions Wireless High Speed Internet (WiFi) Wireless Printer/Scanner/Copier Office Machine 2 Fire Pits, 1 with a Cooking Grate Gas Grill Deep Water Dock with Sun Deck and Boat Lift Kayak with Oar Paddle Board with Oar 2-Person Canoe, with Oars 5-Person Pedal Boat Personal Flotation Devices: 2 Adult, 1 Child and 1 Infant Large Air Conditioned Lakeside Sunroom Fully Equipped Kitchen with Ice Maker and Dishwasher Custom Cabinetry Throughout 3 HDTVs, 3 DVD Players (2 Blu-ray capable), and Netflix Subscription Portable Stereo Fully Equipped Laundry 3 Person Swing at Lakeside Landing Horseshoe Pit Telephone with Local and Domestic Long Distance Service Separate 30'x18' RV Shelter with Water and Electric Connections Comforters, blankets, pillows and mattress covers are provided; however, sheets, pillow cases, and bath towels are not provided. Rather, the cleaning fee has been set at a modest rate to account for this and information for local linens services will be provided. This allows each guest to choose the convenience and price point they prefer. The house is prepared with a starter supply of paper products and trash bags, but not an unlimited supply. The house is also stocked with dish soap, hand soap, dishwasher pods, kitchen towels, and dish sponges. Included in the nightly rate are administrative fees covering a Registration Fee and a Damage Waiver Fee. The Damage Waiver Fee provides $1,000 in accidental damage protection. There are discounts for weekly stays during the summer that are built into my pricing which are not reflected in the nightly rates shown on the calendar. You will see the discounts after entering your dates into the "Total Pricing/Availability" tool. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Toaster - Toaster oven - Waffle maker ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Netflix - Smart TV with cable channels - Stereo - Streaming services - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Dock - Firepit - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Paddleboard - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Unit size: 1,250 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92780000/92776900/92776849/aed8752c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treetop & Waterfront! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Sweet By... Your Escape Beauty Smith Mountain Lake House Sweet By... Your Escape Beauty Smith Mountain Lake Huddleston Sweet By... Your Escape Beauty Smith Mountain Lake House Sweet By... Your Escape Beauty Smith Mountain Lake Huddleston Sweet By... Your Escape Beauty Smith Mountain Lake Sweet By By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake ## About the area ![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%7C37.08581%2C-79.57554&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OLVQ-5GqNPWRjLD7aPzQfhM_b3E=) Huddleston, VA #### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles - Lake Haven Marina - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Hickory Hill Vineyards - 21 min drive - 10.3 miles - Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 56 min drive - 30.0 miles #### Getting around - Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬40 min drive - ‪Drifter's - ‬23 min drive - ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬53 min drive - ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬20 min drive - ‪Bruno's Gastropub - ‬40 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Lake Haven Marina is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sweet By and By... Your Escape to the Beauty of Smith Mountain Lake Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 156 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua M. 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation Had a great time getting away at SML. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Joshua M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved this cozy cabin! It had all the amenities and was so easy to feel at home right away. We used the kayak and canoe to explore the lake and loved the dock. The location was convenient and super close to the state park. We couldn’t ask for anything more in a weekend getaway. ##### Elaine Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah O. 8 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Picture perfect location What a wonderful stay right on the lake! Owner was a delight to communicate with, home was very clean and had everything we could want. Our family is looking forward to returning here in the future. ##### Sarah O. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 1 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice get away Our family definitely enjoyed staying at this cabin. Wonderful views from the back patio. Beautiful lake setting. ##### Lisa M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad L. 23 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic surroundings This was a lovely lake house. Clean, cozy, excellent location. The whole family enjoyed the serenity’s and peacefulness. ##### Brad L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg H. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful cottage on Smith Mountain Lake The cottage is wonderful! Stocked with all that you might need. Location is great! The cove the cottage is located in is really great. Easily can get to get deep water/ main channel and the dock is so nice. Thank you for hosting a great weekend! ##### Greg H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eugenia D. 23 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love it! Our family stayed here for a few nights and we loved it. Pet friendly. Rustic little gem on the lake. The views were gorgeous, it was very relaxing, very quiet. Definitely will be coming back! ##### Eugenia D. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin B. 11 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet, indeed! Precious, cozy cabin with updated tech. Great view, property owner is responsive and helpful. Highly recommended! ##### Erin B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve M., Omaha 22 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great and Relaxing Stay Easy checkin/checkout process and owner was prompt with respect to communication. House is cozy and as advertised. We utilized the fire pit, canoe, paddleboat, hot tub and fireplace. Was a nice quiet area and only about 15 minutes into Moneta. ##### Steve M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenna C. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Lake House with a View This house had such a picturesque view from the sunroom to the fire pit and dock. The house was cozy( VERY CLEAN ) and had all the amenities to cook, relax and make beautiful memories. Looking forward to going back soon!! ##### Brenna C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terrence H. 19 Jan 2019 #### Outstanding stay First thing I have to say is the sunrises are spectacular. The cottage was a perfect size for the two of us. Loved the fireplace. Kitchen has everything that you will need. Location is quiet and surene. We definitely will be staying there again.!!! ##### Terrence H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken and Nancy D. 29 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed all of it! Our short stay at the cabin was too short. We really enjoyed the peaceful, quiet and no complaints about anything. Hope to return someday. Thank you Mark for having us enjoy your home. ##### Ken and Nancy D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana F. 25 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So Relaxing! We had a wonderful week at this rental. The place was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. The hot tub was a huge plus and we really enjoyed the swing located 1/2 way down the walk to the water. The host was quick to respond to our questions and very helpful. We could love to stay here again!!!! A great get-a-way!!!! ##### Diana F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to relax with lovely views We had a fabulous week at sweet by and by. I would recommend others to this very home. Many memories made this week. There isnt a lot to do around the area which forced us to relax which made it truly a vacation. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne M. 28 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome! We can't say enough great things about this lovely cabin and Marc. The views are amazing from everywhere. It's very clean and well stocked with anything you might need! Marc has done so much to provide his guests with a great vacation! ##### Anne M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 7 Dec 2017 #### Family Fun We have stayed at Sweet By and By multiple times. Whether we are jet skiing, relaxing at the dock, feeding the ducks, soaking in the hot tub, gathering around the fire pit, or cruising around the cove in the paddle boat and canoe -- our family always makes special memories here. We hate to leave, but we always look froward to our next visit. Stayed 3 nights in May 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr and Mrs T., Virginia, USA 19 Apr 2016 #### Lovely cabin, great views! This is a lovely cabin, very private, fantastic views, very close to boat rental where we got a pontoon. My dad enjoyed using the canoe and paddleboat provided at the dock. We love the hottub in the evenings, and the kids loved making smore's around the firepit. Really had a great long weekend getaway. Thanks! ##### Mr and Mrs T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline K., Fletcher, USA 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway This property is wondeful and made for the perfect weekend getaway! The cabin was super clean and cozy and the listing was very accurate. Marc is a very communicative host and is very easy to get in touch with. We didn't have the best weather while we were there, so we weren't able to enjoy the lake, but between the covered hot tub and the warm fire inside, the weekend was perfect. I definitely recommend this property and plan on booking it again in the future! ##### Caroline K. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Vanessa M. 23 Jul 2017 #### Lake Vacation We loved the house! It was just private enough. Great for our family! The dock was where we spent most of the days. We took an heavy duty cooler and left it down at the dock rather than hauling one up and down the stairs each day. The dock was great for fishing, swimming, or just hanging out. Having a canoe was also a perk. The kitchen is stocked perfectly. One side note: in the brochure that Lake Retreat gives the renters it has different check-in and check-out times than what is listed on the home away website. ##### Vanessa M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth B. 11 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace & happiness at Sweet By & By I can’t say enough good things about Sweet By and By and our week staying here. Everything is just as described, and such a cozy and comfortable place to stay and enjoy the beautiful scenery of SML. The outdoor space is great. We especially enjoyed the view of the lake from the sun dock and swing facing the lake and also spent a lot of time on the sun porch. The kitchen is well-stocked (there was nothing we needed) and the internet service is such that we could work from here if needed (this is a plus for us that would allow us to travel more often). Marc is the perfect host and owner. We are already looking at our calendars for when we can come back, and know this will be one of our favorite spots for a long time. Highly recommend. ##### Beth B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian M., Chantilly 27 Sept 2017 #### Not The First Time, Won't Be The Last! The only thing better than the property was the owners responsiveness! The location is fantastic, right off the water! I can't speak highly enough of the beds inside this place. So many times you rent a great property and the beds are terrible, definitely not the case here. After long days on the lake each day we woke up rested and relaxed from those comfortable beds! Plenty of games are provided to play, kitchen is solid. The hot tub is really nice and relaxing to take a dip in. There are so many amenities to this property it's hard to do it justice! I enjoyed the privacy of the trees so you weren't staring directly at your neighbors! We will definitely be back! Thanks, Marc! ##### Brian M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harry H., Rock Hall, Md 7 Nov 2018 #### Home away from home. We arrived late in the afternoon on Friday and left of Tuesday morning. We’re already making plans to return. We had huge issues with the fireplace that unfortunately went unresolved after two attempts with the management group, It was the first COLD weekend and would have totally enjoyed the fireplace. Aside from this we had a great time. So perfectly quiet and peaceful. Home was very well decorated and had everything to make the stay a great experience. From games to DVDs and the list just goes on and On. Water toys were even available for the more adventuresome, we decided we were better off watching everyone else and stay on land 😉 another perk for some would be the hot tub - however much like the canoe and paddle boat we chose to not take advantage of it, we enjoyed quiet nights by the fire and then moved to then enclosed porch to watch the day come to a close. Tuesday morning came to soon and we had to say goodbye. We have a home on VRBO and are well aware of what It takes to make someone else’s house feel like your home. However Sweet Bye and Bye did this perfectly for us. Harry and Marianne ##### Harry H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice P. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We wanted to thank you for allowing us to use your beautiful home. We enjoyed our stay and the beautiful sight we saw every morning. The atmosphere is very relaxing and pure joy. Thank you again. ##### Alice P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pooja A. 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This house hit all of our criteria. 1.) Impeccably clean when we walked in. 2.) Friendly, communicative, and gracious host. 3.) Well stocked -- everything we needed was present at the house including recreational needs such as games, various boating options, etc. We very thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning! ##### Pooja A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura D. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay at Sweet By and By We had a fabulous time! The house was very clean and comfortable and the host was great! ##### Laura D. 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