Title: Private Dock, Sleeps 18! 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 # Private Dock, Sleeps 18! ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113558700/113558634/w1200h800x0y1-41aadb7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113558700/113558634/w1199h799x1y1-12c53baf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113558700/113558634/w1200h799x0y1-94df44f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113558700/113558634/w1199h674x1y1-6667ec71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113558700/113558634/88d9d4f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Private Dock, Sleeps 18! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 8 bedrooms5 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Private Dock, Sleeps 18! Thomwells Family Affair is the perfect lake house! You will not find another home at Smith Mountain Lake with everything the lake has to offer while sleeping 18 guests! Awesome amenities include two stand up paddle-boards and a tandem kayak, a walk in entrance to the large beach area, a fire-pit overlooking the lake, large dock with wide water views. The interior has just as much to offer with a spacious layout including three levels, so your family/friends have plenty of space to spread out but this home has wonderful gathering areas, as well!. The main level offers an kitchen breakfast bar with seating, a kitchen table that overlooks the lake plus a huge dining room table. There are two separate living room areas on the main floor with a large wall mounted flat screen TV in the largest of the two. The living room offers access to the huge deck with 2 dining tables that are perfect for outdoor meals with a gas grill or you may choose to hang out on the sectional couch. On the main level, there are 6 bedrooms with 1 king bed, 4 queens and one bunk bed with 3 full bathrooms on main level. The upper level offers a master bedroom with king, plus a trundle day bed (2 Twins) along with a full bathroom and sitting area. The lower level offers a family room with a large flat screen TV, foosball table, full bathroom and bedroom with a king. Walk right out of your family room onto the lower level patio and walkway to the dock, beach or the kayaks & paddleboards. With plenty of parking, a flat walk to the water and the most spectacular views you've ever seen, you and your family will want to return year after year to this wonderful home because it truly has everything that you need for the perfect family vacation!! HOME INFORMATION: Wi-Fi included Linens & Towels Included. STRICT NO PET POLICY - Please contact us for a list of our pet friendly homes No smoking allowed Sleeps 18 guests maximum- This number includes children above the age of 2 Must be 26 years old to book Electricity and lighting at dock Boat lift not available to guests due to insurance reasons. Guests can tie up to floater provided but cannot park in, under or around the lift Floating dock available with cleats Water depth at end of floating docks is approximately 10 feet at full pond THIS HOME IS ACROSS THE STREET FROM KELLY KOVE!! We do not allow events or parties. This includes but is not limited to: weddings, showers, work retreats, graduation parties, parties. No furniture may be placed on the lawn. No tape or pins permitted on walls or house. Failure to comply can result in immediate eviction with no refund. This home has two exterior security cameras. One is pointed at the front door and one at the back entrance and kayak storage. ⚠️ Important Notice The use of this property's electrical system for charging electric vehicles (EVs) is strictly prohibited. Guests are not permitted to connect any EV charging devices to the home's outlets or electrical infrastructure. Any violation of this policy will result in additional charges being assessed to the reservation. Cancellation policy: 30 days or more prior to check-in date is a 100% refund. 14-29 days prior to check-in date is a 50% refund. Less than 14 days from check-in there is no refund. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Foosball table - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71990000/71984800/71984788/w1179h747x0y0-23d42eaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Smith Mountain Lake Home with stunning views with wet cove Penhook - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews £1,214 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=71984788&PinnedHotelID=71984788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99890000/99885300/99885251/0b1762f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW 2024! 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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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 945068 ## 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%7C37.03258%2C-79.59296&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hh3kdx2LdSxZOQboRErU2tcOBno=) Penhook, VA #### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Lakeside Marina - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles - Palmer's Marina - 21 min drive - 9.1 miles - Pelican Point Yacht Club - 38 min drive - 16.7 miles - Gills Creek Marina - 49 min drive - 28.7 miles #### Getting around - Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬47 min drive - ‪Mexico Viejo at Penhook - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mitchell's Restaurant - ‬53 min drive - ‪Bruno's Gastropub - ‬47 min drive - ‪Carl's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Dock, Sleeps 18! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Private Dock, Sleeps 18! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Smith Mountain Lake and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Lumpkins Marina. Lakeside Marina and Palmer's Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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