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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table football
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    9 min drive
  • Blackwater Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Roanoke Station
    44 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    50 min drive

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About the area

Moneta

With a stay at this vacation home in Moneta, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Smith Mountain Lake and Crazy Horse Marina. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Smith Mountain Lake Community Park and 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Bayside Marina & Yacht Club.

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 9 min drive
  • Booker T. Washington National Monument - 11 min drive
  • Bayside Marina & Yacht Club - 14 min drive
  • Smith Mountain Lake Community Park - 14 min drive
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Napoli Cowboy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬15 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.

LOCATION! Restaurants, Shops! Waterfront Quiet, Golf Community Game Room Bunks

Welcome to Brown Dog's Bluff at Smith Mountain Lake, where you will enjoy the tranquility of a quiet golf course community with waterfront views and access.
This updated home's open floorplan provides an abundance of room for family and friends to gather. This gorgeous property is enchanting with its paved driveway, brick walkway to cove, and professional landscaping. We have an abundance of parking options for multiple vehicles and boat trailers. The "wake free" cove is ideal for floating, kayaking, and fishing. This location is especially convenient with easy access to multiple restaurants by car or by boat. Hiking at a national park, golf, ice cream stands and Bridgewater Plaza are amongst many of the nearby attractions.

**RECENTLY ADDED** Outdoor shower!!!

Brown Dog's Bluff provides incredible views from the Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room and Lower level. The Main floor open living space has cathedral ceilings and is a great host for large family meals, movie nights or board games. You won't feel left out in this kitchen open to the living room, with countertop seating. The large dining table with 5 chairs and a bench welcomes 8-9 people. The kitchen, dining room and living room are ideal for large family/friend gatherings.

You may not want to leave the large King Master Bedroom Suite with large windows accessing fantastic waterfront views, desk and huge walk-in closet. You will enjoy a luxurious and immense Master Bedroom Bath; it is spa-like, with jetted bathtub and separate walk-in shower. Free High Speed Internet and desk will accommodate your needs if you need to bring your work with you. 2 additional large bedrooms with Queen beds and additional Full Bathroom offer plenty of private living space on the Main Floor. An additional Half Bath provides access to facilities while showers are in use.

When you transition to the Lower Level, children and young adults will be overjoyed with the 2 sets of bunk beds, large sectional couch, DVD player, Wii entertainment system and half-bath. The lower level also has an extra large Game Room complete with ping-pong table, foosball, pool table and dart board. This is a perfect solution to a rainy day or after-dark fun!

Sliding glass doors on both levels provide additional light, views of the lake and make an inviting transition to our deck and patio. From there you will enjoy an enchanted brick walkway to the dock and ~wake-free~ cove. *RELAX and FLOAT* You may want to explore with the kayaks and life vests provided. Our floating dock is the perfect temporary host to your boat or jet-ski, or you may rent from one of many local marinas. Please tie up to the floating dock, as there is no access to the boat lift. Bring your own fenders and life vests.

You may choose to bring your own linens and towels, or use the linen service provided by We Got You Covered-SML. All beds complete with bath towels are $228.
https://wegotyoucovered-sml.com/ or call (540)875-7618.
~please bring your own lake towels~

Our home is named after our beloved dog, Kodak, a brown chocolate Labrador Retriever that loves the lake! We understand that pets are family, and open our home to your dog(s) during your family vacation. Sorry, no cats. PLEASE bring your own sheets or blankets to cover all furniture that your pet(s) may be on. We want our home to be clean for all of our guests.

Location, location, location! It is conveniently located near the Westlake Shopping Center. 5.7 miles to grocery store, cinema, shopping and MANY restaurants. Crazy Horse Marina-3.5 miles. Blackwater Cafe-1.9 miles. Grocery store-5.7 miles. Gas Station-2.0 miles. Hike at Booker T Washington National Monument-6.5 miles. Golf at Cooper Cove-7 miles. Restaurants, gift shops, bakery, coffee shops, antiques and SO much more approximately 5 miles away!

Please remember:
You must be 30 years old to rent. The person reserving the rental must be present during the vacation (no renting for your kids or you will lose your deposit) and a copy of your driver’s license may be required to verify your age and address. Please review the rules of the house before renting.

Smith Mountain Lake is a popular destination for its breath-taking mountain views, large lake activities, and nearby attractions. For all seasons, Brown Dog's Bluff is the perfect destination for your Relax and Unwind get-a-way.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player 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 hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Holly W

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

LOCATION! Restaurants, Shops! Waterfront Quiet, Golf Community Game Room Bunks Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HeyPaw

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
this property is really great. The location is close to town, but also lakefront. The dock is so nice, the cove is quiet, the neighborhood is really picturesque. You can't go wrong with this property. Just don't forget to sign up for linens, like I did. It worked out anyway, bc we just went and bought linens and took them home with us. We feel very at home there. Highly recommend this home for your next lake stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brown Dog Bluff
Very nice property it was perfect for a family of six. The picture of the front of the walk down to the deck is a bit deceiving because it was rather long and steep, Non-issue for kids and the younger adults, but for the parents got a little long by the end of the week but I guess it helped to keep our legs in shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G., mid atlantic

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lake vacation
This home is beautifully decorated and clean. The cove location is very peaceful. We all loved playing pool and ping pong in the game room. One of our dogs loved swimming in the lake. We rented a pontoon boat and had no problems navigating the cove and securing the boat to the floating dock, also really enjoyed the 2 provided kayaks. Communication from the host was prompt and informative. Be aware that you will have to drive your trash out to a dump about 5 minutes away....a little inconvenient but not a deal breaker, given how lovely this house and location are.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
This is our 4th year visiting SML. We loved the house and location along the lake. It’s a very quiet cove. We loved having our dog be able to come on vacation with us. Very convenient location to run out and grab what you need. Plenty of space to hang out in the house, on the deck, and at the dock. My husband and I prefer a deeper cove to hang and float but the kids loved that they were able to touch the bottom. They were still able to jump off the dock. We had a great vacation here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S., Leesburg, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home
Great home with everything that you need. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised and then some!
We stayed for a few days while attending our son’s graduation Virginia Tech and it was fantastic. Finally a home that matches the description! This house and location will it disappoint you! The host was also very response to messages leading up to our stay and a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend this house to anyone, we will certainly book again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family lakefront home!!!
We had a wonderful family reunion weekend!!! Hope to visit again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

HeyPaw

Liked: Cleanliness
We immediately felt at home......
We immediately felt at home in this lovely property. The owners were so accommodating and very quick to respond to any questions. The home was immaculate, everything was really thoughtfully done. The game room was such a nice addition to our lake days. The dock is amazing, the kayaks were so much fun. I took one out and just floated in the peaceful water, no fear of a boat speeding by and knocking me around. It was a little piece of heaven. Not enough nice things to say. Highly recommended and we would love to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely
This house was extremely comfortable, in a great location and had everything we needed and more. There was tremendous attention to detail which made the house and property exceptionally cozy. The game room was perfect for our kids. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake vacation spot!
Brown Dog Bluff was fabulous. Lovely and welcoming space inside and out. Airy and comfy throughout. The owners pay so much attention to every detail. We all loved the game room! The cove is perfect for floating and paddling, and also easy access to boat to lunch or dinner (our favorite), or hit Kroger and cook at home. We all had a really great time. I also loved that there was plenty of shade (including over the hammock!)
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marleen B., Chesapeake, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation
We have been renting houses at SML for over 25 years (time to buy, right?). I have to say that the location of this house is the best out of all of them! It is close to everything we needed: grocery store, boat rental and the marina for gassing up the boat. The house was tastefully decorated and comfortable with every appliance we needed. We enjoyed some of the games, puzzles, and game room, having a family ping pong tournament on our final night there. The kids thought it was great taking a shower outdoors. :) Holly was very thoughtful, accommodating and responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This was amazingly relaxing week with my two children! The home was fantastic and we’ll be back to the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
Thank you Jeff and Holly for letting us stay in your home. It truly felt like home away from home. The home is in a great location for water activities or out on the town. Jeff and Holly go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and we love that we could bring our 8mo old golden retriever! Highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a getaway to SML!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful return stay
Another perfect trip to this beautiful home on SML. It doesn’t get any better than this home, especially for our family with 2 sons and our pup. There is so much to do both in and out of the house, and the quiet lake cove is perfection. We can’t wait for our next visit!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
1st time visit to SML
My family enjoyed our 1st trip to SML! I am glad we chose this house to stay at. It is apparent the owners take great pride in their property. The house is beautifully decorated and maintained. It is very easy to prepare food since the kitchen is stocked with everything you need. The golf course neighborhood is beautiful and quiet. We enjoyed the dock and the kayaks. We rented a boat from a nearby marina and it was easy to tie up to the floating dock. Holly provided a ton of information about local restaurants and things to do. My kids enjoyed the basement game room and all the other games she has stocked in the house. We are looking forward to our return visit! Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing
We rented this amazing property the week of our daughters wedding in Rocky Mount,Va. we had a lot to do prior to the wedding so we didn’t utilize the property to its fullest but it had everything and then some! It was so nice to arrive with the beds made and a welcome card with a few snacks from the owner. We can’t say enough good things about Brown Dogs Bluff! If you are looking for nice clean quiet vacation house this is the one for you! Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal in every way
Beautiful, clean, fabulous set up throughout the home including the game room as well as outside deck and dock areas. You will EJOY for sure! We did! Thank you Holly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it on so many levels
The home is so easy to get to, abundant parking, no worries about blocking someone in. The photos do not do this house justice. It is beautiful inside and out. Lots of room for everyone. Great house and quiet water front.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay for a busy weekend away
We were in town for a Liberty University graduation with lots of activities so it was nice to retreat back to this amazing property where we had everything we needed provide for us, Comfortable and beautiful accommodations and decorations. We loved the game room!!! I have been in the hotel industry for many years, I have a little higher expectations and this property met them all! Thank you Holly, for sharing your home with us, we will be back! We enjoyed the deck, the dock, kayaking and jet skiing on the lake, (we brought our own jetski). We felt like we were at our own family lake house. God Bless you and your continued success.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
The house was perfect, and we originally booked to cover iffy spring weather. We had beautiful weather and utilized the dock for fishing and kayaking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura O., Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at the lake
The house was awesome!! Perfect in every way. Thank you Holly!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW! Exceeded ALL Expectations - Perfect in EVERY Way!
Perfect in EVERY way! From the gorgeous golf club community, to the circular driveway with plenty of parking, to the beautifully decorated home, to the welcome tray of tasty pastries, to the lovely landscaping and paved walkway to the LAKE, to the kayaks and adirondack chairs and covered patio table and seating, to the hammock, to the GAME ROOM, to the well-stocked kitchen, to the cavernous master bath and closet, to the first aid kit! Perfect in EVERY way!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell H M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super
Super Clean, Super Nice, Super Host, highly likely to book again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lake house!
We had a great time staying here for our trip to SML. The house was perfect. Everything was in great condition and very clean. The game room was a lot of fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect week away at SML
Great space, friendly hosts, awesome location. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022