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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

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Huddleston, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    1 min walk
  • Leesville Lake
    13 min drive
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    17 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    69 min drive

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About the area

Huddleston

With a stay at this vacation home in Huddleston, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Smith Mountain Lake and Leesville Lake. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Smith Mountain Lake State Park and 9 mi (14.4 km) from Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina.

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 24 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 51 min drive - 42.7 km
  • Liberty University - 55 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Viejo - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lumpkins Grill - ‬50 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.

Heron Point - Amazing Property with Breathtaking Water Views - New Hot Tub!

New for 2024!
- New Luxury Caldera Cantabria 8-Person Hot Tub
- New 4K High End Projector in the theater to make your movie watching experience even more amazing

Enjoy the luxury of having an entire point on the lake to yourself!

Heron Point was designed from the ground up to be the best vacation rental on Smith Mountain Lake in terms of luxury, entertainment and architectural beauty. With a timber frame structure created by the artisans of Floyd, VA and carpentry by the German Baptist craftsmen of Rocky Mount, this home is destined to be a Smith Mountain Lake landmark.

Heron Point is a rare flat, three acre peninsula with a timber frame lodge home in a park-like setting and commands sweeping 180+ degree water views. Standing on the front deck, you won't be able to see where the water ends on either side. The shoreline is over 600 feet long and faces west so be prepared for some amazing sunsets over the lake. The house was built for large groups and boasts several large seating areas where everyone can congregate and socialize, including the great room, front deck, home theater and dock.

Docks & Waterfront

Of course, it wouldn't be a perfect lake vacation without great waterfront amenities. The property has two docks, one main dock and one pier at opposite sides of the peninsula. The main dock is where the action is, with a floater attached to a larger fixed portion along with plenty of seating and table space for your group. It also features a roll-up bar area for entertaining, with a full-sized 14.3 cu ft top freezer fridge inside as well as several GFCI electrical outlets for charging devices (or maybe hooking up a drink blender). Ceiling fans are provided to keep you cool as you relax and enjoy the waterside views.

The floater provides an awesome swimming platform and with built-in bumpers on two sides is also a great place to tie up water craft. Three canoes and four kayaks are provided for renter use.

Although the house is on a peninsula, the main dock is located within a cove and protected from the direct flow of water traffic allowing for stress free swimming and floating. Directly alongside the main dock is a sandy beach area for the kids with access to the water via natural stone steps. Given its location off Craddock and Hatcher Creeks, expect clear water and access to some great marinas and waterfront restaurants.

Nighttime Entertainment

Because the sun must set at some point, we've included an unparalleled array of nighttime activities. The centerpiece is Heron Point Theater. This custom-built premium home theater boasts a 120-inch screen and three rows of tiered seating on luxury leather chairs. The two front rows feature ten powered reclining chairs with lighted cup holders and removable tray tables. The bar seating on the back row allows for more casual viewing, maybe while enjoying a tray of snacks. An assortment of over 60 Blu-ray movies is provided along with many streaming options. The premium sound system, DLP HD projector and customizable colored lighting will blow you away.

Just outside of the theater is a snack bar with a wet sink, microwave, drink blender, dedicated 25 pound Whirlpool Gold ice maker, beverage/wine cooler and a Fisher Paykel drawer dishwasher.

The Heron Point Game Room sports two TVs, each connected to a PlayStation 5 and XBox Series X, along with an exciting selection of video games. Also featured is a premium Foosball table, shuffleboard table and Mahogany/Slate pool table. In addition there is a video game cocktail table with classics such as Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders and over 1000 others. For music while you're playing, the room has an Alexa-enabled jukebox with color changing lights. Seating includes six bar stools and three bean bag chairs. So be prepared for fun!

Sleeping Accommodations

5,000 square feet of living space is designed to maximize its usability and your comfort. The house has a sleeping capacity of 16 people and has numerous sleeping configurations depending on the makeup of your party. Two of the rooms can either be used as common areas by day and bedrooms by night (or common areas full time, your choice!). On the lower floor there are two bunk rooms with two twin over full bunk beds each (4 twin + 4 full total), perfect for the younger people in your group or if you just need sleeping space. The lower floor also has a corner suite with lake views from both sides and both a shower and Jacuzzi tub. The suite also has access to a private patio area with two Adirondack chairs.

The main floor provides step free access from the driveway to both a king bedroom suite and queen Murphy bed room. These two rooms have direct access to a large luxury handicap accessible bathroom, including a curb free shower with grab bar and two roll under sinks. The bathroom also has a two person Jacuzzi tub looking out over the lake and has water jets, air jets and Chroma therapy lighting. The doors to the bathroom can be configured to allow for either the king bedroom or the Murphy bed room to be used as a suite or for the two to share the bathroom between them.

The two suites on the upper level have queen beds positioned under and between two skylights. You can lie in bed and look up at the stars! These bedrooms also have amazing water views from the skylights and the other large windows. The upper level also has a central bedroom with three twin built-in beds. By use of a four pocket door set this room can be fully enclosed. While lounging in the loft beds the glass railings allow you to take in the views from the lake. One of the suite bathrooms can be shared with the loft bedroom if desired by leaving open the outer of the two doors to the suite bedroom.

Throughout the home, hotel style bathrooms and luxury rain shower heads show that this is no ordinary rental accommodation.

Other Features

Yet another unique feature of this property is that it has its own boat ramp so no need to pay additional boat ramp fees! Please note that it is a gravel ramp with a gentle slope and if you need a more substantial boat ramp, there is a marina a 5 min drive away.

Also, don't spoil the surprise for the kids but the house has a secret small playroom hidden behind a bookcase! We've been happy to receive many compliments on this unique feature.

Kitchen Details
- Range with double oven
- Two sinks, one large farmhouse style sink and one bar/prep sink
- Bar seating on the kitchen island
- French door refrigerator/freezer with dual ice makers

General
- Xfinity Gigabit internet
- Twenty seat dining in the open plan dining/great room area with lake views from large windows
- Two independent water heaters, serving east/west sides of the house
- Sleeping Areas: 8

Bathrooms: Five full and one half bath
Two washer/dryer sets total, located on lower and main levels
One propane gas grill (propane provided) and one charcoal grill are available for your use

Five refrigerators total, one full French door and one beverage fridge in kitchen, a full bottom freezer refrigerator behind kitchen, one beverage fridge in game room and one full top freezer fridge at dock

Buoy Marker: C3
Docking: Covered fixed portion plus floater

BEDDING INFO:
Lower Floor
- 1 Suite with King Bed
- 2 bunk rooms with 2 twin over full beds each (so 4 twin and 4 full beds total)

Main (Ground Floor)
- 1 Suite with King
- 1 Queen Murphy Bed in sitting area or 8th bedroom

Upper Floor
- 2 Suites with Queen Beds
- 1 Loft Room with 3x twin built-in beds

Towels and Linens
Bath towels and bed sheets will be provided for your stay.

Cancellation
Please see cancellation policy listed on the Vrbo website.

Cleaning fee of $300
We look forward to your visit to Heron Point!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A Smart television and a video-game console are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a rainfall showerhead.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Rob

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower head
  • Jetted
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart speaker

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 97
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Our property is 100% non-smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: Occupancy should not exceed 16 people
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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Heron Point - Amazing Property with Breathtaking Water Views - New Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C., Glen Burnie

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Incredible
Thankful to get the opportunity to stay at this magnificent home for 3 perfect nights. 15 people stayed, we never once felt crammed or crowded. There are so many areas to congregate. We cooked every meal there, used both grills. Everything is so clearly marked and easy to locate in the kitchen. We had a non stop fire pit, have never stayed at a place that provided so much wood! The hot tub was wonderful, super clean. The furniture was all very solid and sturdy, the beds comfortable. Now I want a rainshower head, what a nice touch. =) We watched some NFL in the theater room, played pool, jammed to the Alexa driven juke box, played shuffleboard and video games.....there is just truly nothing these owners haven't thought of. The grounds are stunning, so well maintained and landscaped. The dock got a lot of use, but seriously, 7 grown men couldn't catch a SINGLE FISH! LOL This truly was the best location, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend or return. Something else to note--usually guests are asked to do quite a bit of cleaning prior to check out at previous homes we have stayed. We felt odd not being asked to even strip the beds! Mr Rob was SUPER responsive, and very kind to let us in earlier and stay a little later since there weren't guests arriving just before or after us. The peaceful location was perfection for our group of friends, and we would love to see it in every season. Thank you again for the wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly vacation
Beautiful property with fun for all ages.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
This property is beautiful and there was plenty to do. My family had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Heron Point!
Heron Point is an amazing property with so many wonderful features and amenities! A beautiful home, location, and privacy. There are so many things to do or just sit and enjoy the lake around the fire pit or on the dock! A great place for a family gathering of all ages! The host of the property is always prompt at responding to messages to meet our needs! Thanks Rob!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Second stay here. Was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place on the lake
Absolutely beautiful home with lots of options for entertainment, perfect place to relax and unwind for a few days. Very appreciative of the clean space and all the amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Great house and property! Very comfortable stay. Enjoyed by all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne & Andy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!!!
Amazing home! Amazing location! Amazing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for friendcation!
This is the third time we’ve stayed here in 4 years as it’s become a great spot for our friends across the country to hang out together and reconnect! The house has everything you need to host for a fun week. We had 18 people and the house did not feel small. We’ve previously stayed during the fall and this time we came in the summer and it was the perfect season to take advantage of all the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards that come with the property. Used the fire pit in the evenings and the game and theatre room multiple times. Can’t wait till we come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Home Ever!
I'll say it every year! NOWHERE beats SML, and no house beats Heron Point! We love it. Thanks for a great vacation, Rob. Until next year! :)
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we could ask for!
This property and house are simply gorgeous! The location is perfect and it had all the perks! By far the best our my family has stayed at in the nearly 20 years we've been coming to the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star Vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippe J., McLean

Liked: Cleanliness
SML Heron Point review
This was the sixth year in a row that we stayed at Heron Point House. Obviously, we are delighted with the house itself, its location and immediate access to the lake and other water sports. The Owner Rob Saunders has always been responsive to any issues which might arise. For example, one of the basins was clogged and Rob had a plumber to the house to resolve the problems within 2 hours. We just had a five-star weeklong visit to Heron Point with the quality of the house, its furnishing, improved landscape, lots of canoes and kayaks with a well-furnished dock to meet all of our demands and desires.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property!!
We had an awesome week at this home. From the game room, theater, to all the water equipment available, it was perfect for the young adults in our family! It was a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is like heaven on Earth!
Rarely can you say that anything was perfect, but our week at this amazing property was from start to finish. The hosts have thought of everything. We are all avid cooks & bakers and this kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals. Our granddaughters loved everything about this home especially the impressive movie theater, comfy firepit area, water toys at the dock & secret playhouse room. It's nearly impossible to please a large group like ours but this property exceeded all of our expectations. We are already looking at dates to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Green Lane PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best ever!
Hard to leave this amazing house and location! We've stayed in numerous homes and this one surpasses them all. It was very clean; loved all the extras like towel/washcloth sets, soap/shampoo, dishwasher soap, toilet paper, even life jackets, canoes, and paddle boards. The rooms were spacious; the theater room was enjoyable and well equipped. Of course, the lake was thoroughly enjoyed by all of us and even had fishing available. We liked seeing deer walk by almost every day as well as a couple herons that flew by. We definitely plan to bring our group of 13 back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heron Point
What an amazing house. Awesome view and everything you could possibly want in a house. Great memories made. We will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
What a beautiful place! Everything was perfect! The house has everything you can think of and much more. We plan to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect!
This was our 2nd time staying at this beautiful property for our office's leadership retreat. Everything about this house is amazing and I cannot say enough good things about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family getaway
We had a wonderful weekend at this beautiful property. Every detail is thought out. We had amazing weather so were outside most of the time enjoying the lakefront setting. The provided kayaks and paddle boards were perfect for exploring. We enjoyed evening s'mores at the fire pit. The home had plenty of space for everyone. The little members of the group loved the secret playroom. Overall, an amazing home that provided the perfect setting for a relaxing weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith and Donna A., Portsmouth, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Ever
I will never give away my secret VRBO that ie the very BEST.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ehsan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience at Heron Point
The house is exactly as described and the owners/management have gone out of their way to ensure a good experience. Instructions for everything you need at the house are laid out clearly. All appliances and TVs work well and the kitchen is well stocked. Plenty of beds and bedrooms - as a party of 8 friends we could all stay in a separate space. The fire pit is excellent and it’s very nice to have the firewood provided. Views of the lake are beautiful, the game room is lots of fun, and the movie room makes for super enjoyable watching. Overall a great property and well worth a visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness
You won’t believe your eyes
If I might start out by saying, Heron Point is so beautiful!! The pictures of the house and all the amenities do it no justice for what you are about to view and enjoy for the duration of your stay. We cannot wait to come back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Well kept property. Enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and great location on SML
This was one of the nicest rentals we've stayed at. The bedrooms and layouts worked great for our large multigeneration family vacation. We are definitely looking into coming back to Heron Point in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023