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Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids

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5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61 sq m

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Goodview, VA
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBooker T. Washington National Monument24 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake State Park34 min drive
  • AirportLynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)56 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids

My wife and I have been on VRBO with our first property "Happy Wife" VRBO# 1050898 since 2017 and although we did not expect it we found the managing of the home to be rewarding both in the fact it is an activity we do together and because of all of the wonderful people we have met along the way. A quick look at the "Happy Wife" will show that with 69 reviews and a 5 star rating that we are very serious about providing a fantastic vacation experience.

Recently purchased home on Smith Mountain Lake with a long list of amenities ... perfect for summer vacation at the lake! Plenty of parking and room enough for a boat trailer!

Located at the end of a Cul-de-sac in Goodview VA this home ("Happy Life") is a perfect compliment to our other VRBO rental "Happy Wife". The home is located on the main channel and we absolutely love to watch the boats go by all day long yet, because of the way the dock is situated relative to the channel there is plenty of safe space for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and ... well exploring. The dock is huge with an upper level that is in the sun all day long and then a lower level with a 12' x 12' floating dock that is perfect for swimming and fishing. Standing in the main level it is possible to have a view of the lake over what is almost 180 degrees are one turns toward the kitchen with the many windows present. The entire lower level of the home has been recently finished and furnished to provide a wonderfully comfortable setting for a perfect getaway with friends and family.

The home has a total of 8 beds including a king bed in the main level master, a pair of bunk beds on the main level in the kids room, and another with a queen. The terrace level features two more king beds. There are a total of four bathrooms a full and 3/4 bath on the main level and two 3/4 baths on the terrace level.

The living area on the main level includes a 50" smart TV and the living area on the terrace level includes a 55" smart TV both of which are set up with xfinity cable service. The home includes blazing fast wireless internet at over 200 Mb/sec.

Just a few of the finer points for the home are:
- The kitchen area is amazing. It almost feels like you are outside with the crazy number of windows.
- The main level master includes a balcony and seating with water views
- The terrace level master includes a deck area with seating and water views
- The home includes three full sized refrigerators two of which are outfitted with automatic ice makers.
- The main level includes a deck with water views and a portion of which is covered for enjoying the shade after many hours of sun.
- The terrace level includes a deck with water views.
- A metal fire-pit is available and fires at the lake are amazing!
- Linens are provided - plan to bring your own beach towels.
- The terrace level includes a ping pong table for hours of entertainment.
- With decks, docks, balconies, and the wooded lot there is a place for everyone.
- The large section of land at the top of the driveway to the right as you face the home will accommodate almost any trailer.





Property manager

K. Maupin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 11 sq ft (1 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
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

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About the neighborhood

Goodview

Located in Goodview, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Mill Mountain Zoo and The Zone are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 21 min drive
  • Booker T. Washington National Monument - 24 min drive
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 34 min drive
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 43 min drive
  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fables & Feathers Winery - 15 min drive
  • Mango's Bar & Grill - 18 min drive
  • Edo Grill and Sushi - 16 min drive
  • Wendy's - 23 min drive
  • Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Huge Dock, Big Water, >200 Mb/s WiFi, Canoe, 3 King, Queen, and Bunks for Kids located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Hickory Hill Vineyards. Booker T. Washington National Monument and Smith Mountain Lake State Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation weekend
Great space for the weekend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Our 3rd straight year staying here- love everyting about the place and Keith is a tremendous host. Highly recommned!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome S., MARIETTA

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2023
This our second Christmas at this home. It is always a wonderful location and property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view
Beautiful spacious home on the lake with a stunning water view. Would have loved to stay longer. The Halloween decorations were a pleasant surprise. It was a wonderful setting for our girls weekend. Thank you to our host for being so accommodating with our arrival time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Halley H., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay at SML
My family and I had a wonderful visit. The house was exactly as described and kept us plenty entertained, with games and ping pong and kayaking. Keith was always responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at the lake
Great time celebrating my husbands 50th at the lake. Plenty to do with the dock, a canoe, kayaks and paddle boards for use during your stay and a nice game area for those rainy days. Fire drum right off lower level deck so you don’t have to walk all the way down to the dock to enjoy a fire. Well thought out vacation property stocked with everything you need for a great trip. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily A., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Stay at Happy Life
This was our second stay at Happy Life. The house is perfect for our family. Comfortable and spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Lake house was amazing! Was a perfect place for our family, friends, and fun! Views of the lake were super, huge dock was perfect for morning coffee, and the downstairs game room/bar was our favorite hangout (kitchen too)! Here for our daughter's wedding, we had plenty of room for all family and friends, and was a great place to come back and relax after all of the events during the week. Loved the decor, comfortable but very elegant. Bedrooms were huge, and the bathrooms were gorgeous. The owners responded quickly to any questions we had. We will definitely be coming back!! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Vacation
Spent a week at Happy Life!! The house was perfect for a family stay…very spacious and very well stocked. The walk from the lake was tolerable….felt good to get the exercise. The kids enjoyed all the stuffed animals and games. Hope to make it back. Communication went well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O., Harrisonburg, va

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb stay!
Group of family and friends visited “happy life” and had a wonderful time. The house was soooo very clean and included everything you could think of…. Our boys caught a ton of fish off the dock and enjoyed floating around in the kayaks… really appreciated them taking care of the trash and the linens at the end of our stay which made for a very easy departure….awesome communication with the owner who was very accommodating and welcoming. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023