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Asylum at the Lake - Unit 306
Nice place, great view. Enjoyed our time there.

Secluded historic paradise on the James River
This place was a peaceful retreat for us while we were in Lynchburg for a college tour. It was very thoughtfully decorated. Honestly it felt so inviting that we wanted to extend our stay. We spent our morning coffee time on the porch admiring the river view and watching the bald eagles in their nest. So beautiful! Great place!!!

Cosy Lakefront Condo
Lenora's place was just as described and looked like the pictures. The location was a little confusing because the address in AirBnB was for the middle building and the apartment was actually in the end building. I did have instructions from Lenora that told the correct building so we figured it out. Also, as another reviewer mentioned, we had trouble finding the indoor pool. We wandered around and then asked someone. There is an outdoor pool that you can walk to, which was closed since it was off season when we visited. The indoor pool and gym are in another section of the resort that you need to drive to. It would have been nice to have a printed map in the room that showed that. Lenora messaged information ahead of our visit, which was helpful. But I had messaged her in the airbnb app asking about the pool location and also about checkout, but I never got a response. We only stayed one day, so we just figured it out. Small, but worked for us. We loved the location. Would stay again.

Cozy condo on Smith Mtn Lake
This was a quiet, cute and comfy place to stay and the bed was AMAZINGLY COMFORTABLE!!!!

Lakeside Oak Lodge
Would highly recommend for a quiet, relaxing weekend. This was a repeat stay, and everything was just as nice as the last time. Quick communication with Gwendolyn was appreciated, and everything we needed was available or offered.

Hillside Haven
We love Peggy’s place. The view is wonderful, and everything well apportioned. This is our second stay and would gladly visit again.

Lakefront Condo Bridgewater Marina Waterfront
My sister and neice and I stayed at Key To Stay's condo for 2 nights in February. I had previously stayed at that same condo in November. I originally gave this condo a great review, which is why we rented it again. This visit had a few maintenance issues, but they were eventually resolved and Key To Stay made sure to reach out to me personally to make sure we were satisfied. I do appreciate their commitment to making sure they improve the guest experience. I will definitely be staying here again after the wonderful customer service. The location is beautiful, the lake view can't be beat. The area has some great places to eat also.
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Family Lakefront Oasis - Dock, Cabana, Game Room
I absolutely loved the stay! Luca’s home was so beautiful and my family loved it. The home was super cozy! Me and my family had a great time. I will definitely recommend.

Peaceful Lakefront Getaway on Smith Mountain Lake!
We were blessed to enjoy Betsey's home with part of our family over the Easter weekend for some much needed R&R. The home is exactly as described and the views are incredible! The peaceful cove is perfect for enjoying the sun, relaxing with a good book, kayaking, fishing, etc. The home is large enough for the older kids (we had teens with us) to spread out and have some space of their own and mom & dad to enjoy space as well! The kitchen was perfect for cooking family meals and everyone enjoyed hanging out at the bar while meals were being prepared catching up and talking. We did have an incident with the AC not working properly (We didn't need it until the afternoon so we had no idea until late afternoon it wasn't functioning well) and Betsey had someone there the following morning, even on a holiday weekend to take care of this. Betsey was kind, responsive, and excellent to work with! We will definitely be back and I can't wait to enjoy this peace of paradise again!

Breathtaking lake and mountain views
Really enjoyed our stay! One of the days was rainy and it was still great to just sit and read a book while looking at the lake. The main reason we booked this location was for the sandy beach area, it did not disappoint. Made it very easy to get our dogs in the water. And not have to take them to the park. The hosts were extremely responsive and accommodating. The also returned the dog cleaning fee very quickly which is always appreciated!! The dock is very well positioned for easy in, easy out should you want to rent a boat. The pictures are an accurate representation of the home. Easy to move around and a good seating. The deck is very large and can’t wait to see what they do with the reno in the spring!

Lakehouse on Leesville Lake in Bedford County VA
Relaxing and amazing place. The house a very very well equipped. Lot of fun with my family during our stay.

Serene Cabin, Dock, Beach, HotTub, FirePit, Kayak
Beautiful house on the lake. The golf cart provided made was super helpful to get down to the lake! We would stay again.

The Gate House - Lake Views and Private Cove
This was our second stay at Kate's beautiful home and we are already planning a third. Quiet and peaceful with absolutely beautiful views of the cove and lake beyond. The house is sparkling clean and well appointed with everything you could possibly need. Even though the weather didn't cooperate we found plenty to do to keep ourselves entertained.

Pets, Lake, Dock, Fire Pit, Kayaks, and SUP
This was the best stocked AirBnB we have ever stayed at. It made our stay so much more enjoyable!! The whole house is just lovely. Thank you Rachel for being a great host. We would definitely stay here again!

3BD Lakefront Gem - Boat Slip - Pets OK - Game Rm
The house was beautiful and clean and the beds were super comfortable! We had a great experience and it was amazing being directly on the lake
Waterfront apartment rentals

Smith Mountain Lake Getaway
Perfect for dog lovers and lake lovers! I’ve rented various condos at Smith Mountain Lake and several different ones at Stripers Landing, but Shannon’s place is now my new favorite. With a great view, plenty of space and the option to bring the pup - it’s such a treat. Highly recommend.

Lakefront Condo w/ Free Resort Amenities at SML!
We really enjoyed our stay! The place was on the beautiful lake. The screened in porch is a huge bonus. We had plenty of space for our bags and my son's toys. It was very kid friendly. They really thought of off the amenities you might need on vacation. We will definitely be back some day. Thank you for a great stay!

Charming Lakefront Condo at Bernard's Landing
Mick’s place was the perfect spot for a long weekend with my son! Everything was clean and tidy, the decor was lovely and the directions were all very straightforward. The view of the lake from the porch swing was beautiful, we spent a lot of the time parked right there. It was very peaceful even on a holiday weekend. All of the amenities of Bernard’s Landing were great for entertaining a 9 year old as well. We visited the indoor pool and the beach and enjoyed the restaurant. We were a little disappointed to find that the outdoor pools weren’t open yet as it was in the 80’s, but it wasn’t a big deal. Thanks for sharing your space with us!

Moondance at Bernard’s Landing
This place was perfect-clean, super comfortable, and exactly as described! Great location, quiet but close to everything. The host was kind, responsive, and made everything easy. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!

**Lakefront Condo at SML** Mariner’s Landing
Great stay. Cute condo right above restaurant and store. Brought my SUP and used it a lot. Lots to do at Mariner’s landing. Great food and service at The Landing, Bruno’s and Bottles and Bites. State Park 7 minutes away is excellent for hiking. Lots of friendly neighbors! We’re ready to go back!!

Beautiful condo W/great views & a sleeper sofa +2
Literally the best sleep I’ve had at a place not my home, and I travel a lot! Already booked another stay. Home was immaculate and the view was breathtaking. Thank you again!!

WELCOME TO MARINER'S LANDING AT BEAUTIFUL SML
We had a great time. Beautiful location, great views and very comfortable and clean condo. Quiet. Easy parking and walkable surroundings. Jamie was friendly and very helpful. We would definitely recommend it!

Lakefront Condo Resort - Amazing Views & Amenities
We really enjoyed our quick stay! Judy is a great host and her place was charming, clean, and conveniently located near all the recreation and activities that the Smith Mountain Lake community has to offer. Definitely recommend!
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in North Shore
Total rentals
130 properties
Nightly prices starting at
£60 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
4.1K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
100 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
40 properties have a pool
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