Title: MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at 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) # MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort in Wirtz, a short walk to Smith Mountain Lake ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592314/w451h683x287y0-7137407b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592314/c1ffaae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592314/w995h683x14y0-31f31780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592314/27d1a669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109600000/109592400/109592314/w989h683x17y0-e3f64ff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. 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[Visit our Wirtz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wirtz.dx184123) [View more Resorts in Wirtz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wirtz-Hotel-Resorts.d184123-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C37.05306%2C-79.69479&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xGXvhyg2qc8t8d77cKeb2K1x9W4=) Wirtz, VA ### What's nearby - Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Blue Ridge Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Gills Creek Marina - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 20 min drive - 10.4 miles - Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 51 min drive - 30.6 miles ### Getting around - Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 61 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive - ‪Napoli By The Lake - ‬15 min drive - ‪Magnum Point Marina - ‬24 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake Resort near Smith Mountain Lake You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is MARU, a Cozy Stay for Two in the Lodge of Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake located? > Situated on the waterfront, this resort is within 1 mile (2 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Blue Ridge Marina. Gills Creek Marina and Booker T. Washington National Monument 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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