3 Bedrooms, 1 Flex Room, 3½ Bathrooms!
GOLDEN RETURN - 10% OFF ‘27 w/reservation after ‘26 stay!
Golden Retreat is a 2,400 sq ft southern exposure lodge, providing spectacular main lake & Smith Mountain views. Prime location w/tranquil setting, nestled in wooded lot, is a nature lovers paradise, especially for bird watchers. Local wildlife sightings include: deer, rabbits, ducks, otters, herons, loons, ospreys & if lucky, bald eagles. Up to 3 dogs welcome – especially goldens ;) Saunders Point is a serene, family friendly residential neighborhood that is great for going on walks w/your pups.
Short walk to both natural sand beach & swimming dock. Beach is behind dock w/gradual entry into protected, shallow wading area, ideal for kids and/or pups. 1 youth mountain & 2 BMX bikes. Stand-up paddleboard, 2-person sit-in tandem kayak & 5 sit-in single person kayaks (10') ready-to-go w/paddles & life vests!
Spacious dock offers loungers for sunning and adirondacks in covered area for shade. Set back from neighboring docks within quiet cove makes floating on SML's crystal clear emerald water relaxing for kids & adults alike :) 12’x12’ floater w/steps allows for easy entry into kayaks. Bring your fishing gear as shallow pocket coves surround dock w/abundant species. SML’s a premier angler’s fishery renowned for stocked trophy class bass (striped, small & largemouth). Covered boat slip & hoist not available for tenant use. Large flat area at entrance of property nicely accommodates boat trailer parking.
Soak in the surrounding beauty while lounging on expansive deck (off great room) & enjoy feeling of being up in the trees. Plentiful seating & umbrellas, perfect for your morning coffee w/a picturesque sunrise over the cove or stargazing at night. Deck includes Weber Spirit 3-burner propane grill. Share together time & cozy up by the lakeside firepit w/majestic scenery. Split firewood on property. Nearby attractions (~1hr): Caesars Casino, Appomattox Court House, Natural Bridge & Peaks of Otter (3 adjoining mountains to hike) on Blue Ridge Pkwy.
Mitchell's Marina, the 1st place winner of best marina by Lake Life's Best of SML, is close by boat (5min) or walking (.8mi). Mitchell's has full service gas dock w/snacks, drinks, ice cream, merch & boat launch. Dogs are welcome at waterfront grass area w/outdoor picnic tables & cornhole boards, best spot to catch the most stunning SML sunsets. Newly added multi-use (basketball, roller/street hockey, pickleball, box lacrosse & soccer) sports court! Mitchell's is home to: SML Boat Rentals (also golf cart & water toys); Restaurant & Pizzeria (absolute best pizza around) w/take-out, outdoor patio dining & tiki bar featuring local artist live music Fri & Sat thru summer; Captain Scoop Hand Dipped Ice Cream shop; Captain Bert's Fishin' Charters; & Nevermind Marine Service (mobile boat repair). Marina & businesses are open seasonally.
Comcast Xfinity cable & high-speed internet throughout house. Faster 1000 Mbps download & 35 Mbps upload speeds w/xFi Advanced Gateway supports running multiple web & streaming devices at once. Great room boasts 50" TV w/Roku for streaming apps & DVD. Open concept main level w/abundant seating: large U-shaped sectional w/chaise, additional couch w/pullout bed, armchair & 2-person game/puzzle table. Room divider curtain for great room evening privacy from sunroom. Cozy movie room downstairs has 40" cable TV/DVD & adjacent game area w/air hockey & foosball tables provide additional entertainment.
Child & dog friendly amenities include gates at both house deck & dock areas & detachable gate for main level stairs. 1 small & 2 large dog crates available at the property. Additional: washer/dryer combo, cornhole boards, puzzles galore, games, DVD movies, books & deck treasure box w/noodles.
3 bedrooms & 1 flex room, enough for all to have their own space! Large main level master suite retreat w/king bed, 40" cable TV & attached full bath w/amazing 3-head shower & soaking tub. Main and lower level connected by stairs. 2 bedrooms downstairs: queen w/cable TV & attached full bath, 2 doubles w/cable TV & flex bunkroom w/local channels TV & DVD. Double & bunk share full bath downstairs w/soaking tub. Property not accessible for individuals with mobility limitations due to ease of movement considerations.
Dogs Only, Please. 3 Maximum.
No Smoking/No Vaping
3 Bedrooms, 1 Flex Room, 3½ Bathrooms:
King, Queen, 2 Full, Pyramid Bunk Bed
Bathroom Details:
Main Level - #1 ½ Bath, #2 Tub & Shower
Lower Level - #1 Shower, #2 Tub & Shower
Floor plan available upon request.
Located nearby to Captain's Choice, Super Fun Exciting Times & Glendalough! -Also part of Lake Retreat's Vacation Rental Program!
**RENTALS ARE WEEKLY (SATURDAY TO SATURDAY) JUNE 13 THRU AUGUST 14, 2026. TWO NIGHT MINIMUM ALL OTHER TIMES, EXCEPT THERE'S A THREE NIGHT MINIMUM OVER HOLIDAYS.**
ONCE BOOKED, A LEASE AGREEMENT WILL FOLLOW.
Also Accepting 2027 Tentative Reservations w/Only $200 Down!
ITEMS TO BRING: Lake towels, soap (shower, dish & hand), trash bags, paper goods (toilet tissue, paper towels & coffee filters), detergent (dish pods & liquid laundry), dryer sheets, firewood for fire pit, pup leash(es), life jackets.
Items NOT to bring: Worries & stress.
Items you'll WISH you'd brought: Favorite floats & water toys, ice (bags or refreezable), sunscreen & live fishing bait.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you are placing your reservation thru VRBO or one of the Expedia channels and your anticipated visit is more than 90 days away, you will see 2 separate charges within 72 hours of placing your booking. The first charge will be the VRBO Service Fee* and the second charge will be $200 which is collected by Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC. From that point on, additional payments will be made directed to Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC.
*this fee is charged by VRBO and is not linked to any of the charges collected by Lake Retreat.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If a reservation is cancelled with at least 90 days prior notice, 1/2 of the pre-paid rental payment will be refundable. If a reservation is cancelled within 90 days of your arrival date, no refunds will be issued. Notice of cancellation must be in writing, email is acceptable. Be sure to reference the rented property name and dates you had intended to visit.
Travel Insurance for trip cancellation and trip interruption may be available through Allianz Travel. allianztravelinsurance.com, 866-884-3556. Allianz Travel is not an affiliate of Lake Retreat Inc or Lake Retreat Rental Properties, LLC.
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: No one under the age of 25 may make a reservation. There must be one adult at least 25 years of age occupying the property. That qualifying person must provide payment via credit card for the rental deposit and is responsible for the leased property.
---Rent Smith Mountain Lake---
Street Address:
402 Saunders' Point Road
Huddleston, VA 24104
