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True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12

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A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12 (Penhook)
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Escape to Brenda, a Home away from Home Lakefront house with an inviting atmosphere. Savor peaceful water views from the dock or deck while enjoying stress-free time on the lake with your family. With Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities at your fingertips, you can unwind in comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12

  • Why do guests choose this place over the others?
    Because it removes the doubt. True lakefront, not a technicality. A dock that gets you on the water fast. A hot tub that turns nights into memories. A home that is genuinely spotless, with king beds that feel like a reset button. If you want the lake experience to be the feature, not a gamble, this is it.

    Welcome to Brenda, your true lakefront escape at Smith Mountain Lake, with a rare gentle walk to the dock. No steep terrain or stairs. No hauling coolers uphill. Just water, views, and ease from the moment you arrive.

    This is the lake house guests walk into and say,
    “Okay… this is even better than the pictures.”

    Lakefront Living, Without the Hassle

    • Private dock with easy, no-stairs access
    • 3 kayaks + 6×20 ft Lily Pad
    • Hot tub with lake views
    • Fire pit for late-night stories
    • Hammocks for slow afternoons

    Morning coffee on the deck as fog lifts off the water.
    Afternoons floating, paddling, fishing, or simply doing nothing at all.
    Evenings under the stars, hot tub on, phones down.

    Inside Brenda: Space to Gather. Space to Breathe.

    • 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths
    • King beds in every suite
    • Two living areas + game space
    • Dual fully equipped kitchens
    • Smart TVs and fast Wi-Fi
    • In-home laundry

    No fighting for bathrooms.
    No cramped sleeping arrangements.
    No “this kitchen isn’t stocked” surprises.

    Everything is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up so you can settle in immediately.

    Perfect For

    • Multi-family lake trips
    • Couples’ weekends
    • Friends’ reunions
    • Fall leaf weekends
    • Football getaways
    • Work-from-lake escapes

    Brenda works because the layout works.
    Everyone gets their own space, and everyone has somewhere to gather.

    Why Guests Love Brenda

    Guests consistently mention three things:

    How spotless it is

    How comfortable the beds are

    How easy the lake access feels

    It doesn’t feel like a rental.
    It feels like a well-kept lake home you’re lucky enough to borrow.

    House vibe: Clean. Comfortable. Confidently lakefront.
    The kind of place you rebook before you leave.

    Hot tub nights. Fire pit laughs. Dock mornings.
    Brenda is ready when you are.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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

About the area

Located in Penhook, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Visit our Penhook travel guide
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Penhook, VA

What's nearby

  • A hydroelectric dam with multiple turbines, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm lake.
    Smith Mountain Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach with a lifeguard tower and a wooden slide.
    Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    51 min drive - 36.9 miles
  • A historic brick building with a large entrance and a sign reading "Miss Virginia."
    Center in the Square
    60 min drive - 52.0 miles
  • Tanglewood Mall
    59 min drive - 50.4 miles
  • Martinsville Speedway
    61 min drive - 47.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mitchell's Restaurant
    51 min drive
  • The Little Mule Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Napoli By The Lake
    44 min drive
  • Mexico Viejo at Penhook
    4 min drive
  • Carl's Restaurant
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Penhook holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Lakeside Marina and Smith Mountain Lake. Lumpkins Marina is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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True Lakefront, Easy Water Access, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 12 Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of friends and I stayed at Barbara for the weekend celebrating the new year. The accommodations were very comfortable and peaceful. The lake in January is really calm and enjoyable to watch. There were plenty of table games and board games to keep us busy. We went for a relaxing weekend and that’s exactly what we had. What a beautiful place on the water for the winter time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location on the lake. Beds were very comfortable and the home was lovely. Lots of things for kids to do and places for adults to congregate. Loved the swinging chairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi F.

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

Adorable Lakehouse

Beautiful inside and out. Nice decks. Convenient to Country Club. Clean and great views. Super responsive, understanding, and accommodating host. Great stay for all!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine H.

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

Incredible weekend getaway

“Brenda” was the perfect lake house for a family weekend getaway. The house, the property, all of the amenities were exactly as described and so much more. All of the family members loved “Brenda.”
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

This is a Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Beautiful View of Smith Mountain Lake.

Very well equipped and clean home. Will come back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great house and location

Stayed for 4 nights - there were 8 of us, 4 adults and 4 children under 12. Everyone had a great time, the house was beautiful, well furnished and stocked with necessities. Great location on the lake and we used the dock for our boat rental. If you’re looking for a place to stay for 8-10 people I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to book this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

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

We loved staying at Brenda!

We had a great stay at the property! The house was clean, updated and fully stocked - meeting all of our needs. Very conducive for a family with multiple aged children. The teenagers loved the downstairs area with the ping-pong table and Xbox. The cove where the house is located was perfect for swimming and floating with zero boat traffic. The host was friendly and easy to communicate with. We would definitely like to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Liz S.

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

Beautiful Smith Mountain Lake

Awesome view of the lake, great dock that worked out well for swimming and parking 2 jet skis and a pontoon.In addition to the lake, enjoyed the hot tub and many hours of ping pong and X-Box. Nice double porches. Water pressure was good and towels were fluffy. We did not run out of hot water. Beds were comfortable. We had a few hick-cups, but the host was responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Delightful Celebration

Very nice property and met most of our expectations. View was spectacular, living space clean and furnished nicely. Hot tub and gas grill worked but were not the cleanest. Dock was very nice for swimming, sunbathing, fishing, etc. but not easily accessed for handicapped. Kitchen was furnished with everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. We celebrated our 60th wedding anniversary with family and all had a great time. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful place to get away!

This is an absolutely fantastic place to stay. It's right on the lake with comfortable places to hang out outside even in Nov when our group of cousins stayed. Two floors with two outside areas running the length of the house; two kitchens - one up, one down. Plenty of things to do without ever leaving the property! Trash and recycling are only a 5 mile drive away and drop off is 24 hrs/day. The host, Ronald, is an excellent communicator; responded quickly to any questions. We all agreed that we would come back any time. It would be a great place to come in warmer months to get more use of the lake but even with cooler temps, it is a great place to gather with friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beautiful spot with some nagging issues

We really enjoyed coming to Smith Mountain Lake. The property is on a beautiful spot, and the views are outstanding. The house is overall comfortable and clean. There are a lot of water toys and spaces to relax. The kitchen is well equipped and the house overall is well stocked with supplies. Make sure you are aware of what you're getting with this home. This is an older home that has recently been given a facelift. As such, there are still some issues. The dock and deck are in need of some work and are splintered significantly (bring your tweezers if you will have kids running around on them). The house is smaller than it appears on the pictures. The hot tub was full of leaves and debris, and there were fixtures coming out of the wall in the bathrooms. Most "house rules" for listings exist on a continuum between the reasonable (no big parties, strip the beds when you leave) to the more unreasonable (basically clean the house yourself and maybe do some minor home repairs while you're at it). This one exists closer to the latter. For example, they want you to run the grill grates through the dishwasher (is that even a thing?) They ask you to take the trash to a dumpster that is a 20 minute round trip from the house. The alternative is paying $10 a bag for them to do it. When you're paying $5000 for 5 nights there, that seems like something that should be included. Overall, this is a nice spot to enjoy the lake from, just know what you're getting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasikumar S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property with great views. Perfect location for our stay at SML. Owner had great communication and Checkin and Checkout were very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was exactly what our family needed to unwind and connect. It was wonderful for our older teenage son to have activities on site, while our college-aged daughter relaxed on the pier. My husband and I enjoyed the lake view. The kitchen was fully stocked to prepare all meals! We appreciated the clean and organized house. It made relaxing much easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Great Stay

It was a great stay at the house. The house was just as nice as the pictures and descriptions noted. The home was clean and the location is great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoine T.

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

Spring Gateway

Stunning views, and very fun house well equipped! Great family memories
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Great place!

Our stay was wonderful. This is a beautiful property with tons of amenities. The host was nice and very responsive. I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view! We've been coming to SML on Labor Day weekend since 1997. We've rented larger homes and a few smaller ones. This one checked the boxes...clean, close and easy walk to the dock, well appointed with all the amenities you could need, appears to have been recently updated. The host was great and easy to work with...even added some simple things that were unexpected extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma E.

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay The house has it all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible family stay at this property. It has unbelievable views from the deck, the home was spacious and well thought out. Kids loved the games, ping pong, hot tub, fire pit for s’more’s or hanging out, kayaks, giant lily pad, etc. Home was clean and there were plenty of towels, the grill worked great, smart TVs’, dock for fishing or if you bring over a boat like we did, well stocked kitchen (even had a second kitchen in basement. Would highly recommend this home for anyone that would like to visit the lake, especially if you have a larger group. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Perfect fishing getaway

Will revisit this property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose Mary R.

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

Fantastic house.

This property is wonderful. The house was beautifully decorated. Fully equipped with all your necessities. Great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sammie

A Wonderful Relaxing Time, Lake Living!

Our accommodations were amazing, and the location has all you would want to relax and enjoy the lake, as well as first class accommodations on the inside - there is plenty of room to put your feet up, read, eat and watch the sunrise and sunset! An amazing experience all around!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

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

Great family vacation!

We stayed for a week with 5 adults and 5 children 15-2 years old. The house was very clean and well equip. The beds were so comfy, the kitchen had everything we needed, the kids love the ping pong and foosball table. The owners provided lots of essentials and the water toys were amazing! This is our second time staying at Smith Mountain lake and this house was by far the best! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023