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Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .

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Property grounds
Pool
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Sport court
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Map
Moneta, VA
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHickory Hill Vineyards5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmith Mountain Lake State Park25 min drive
  • AirportRoanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)55 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.

Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .

Recently Modernized Home, Decks, and Docks within the last year. Our lake house is located on a quiet, deep water cove, which can be enjoyed from the large deck or the downstairs covered patio.
The upstairs has a fully equipped kitchen with bar. The living room and dining area look at the lake through sliding glass doors which open on to the very spacious fully furnished deck. Two picnic tables and outdoor furniture cover the deck. There are two bedrooms and a bath with the Master Bedroom opening onto the deck through sliding glass doors which offers a beautiful view of Smith Mountain Lake. Our home is conducive to total relaxation and fun for the entire family.
The downstairs opens to a covered patio from the den. This patio is amply furnished with a swing, corn hole set, fire ring, picnic table, and gas grill. There are 2 bedrooms with full size beds providing beautiful views of the lake and a utility room containing a washer, dryer and refrigerator.
Highspeed WiFi access.
The house has central air and heat. There are ceiling fans in all of the bedrooms.
A lighted walkway with a handrail provides easy access to the lake. A "snack shack", bi-level docks and a large sun deck. New decking and handrails installed last summer. There is both a refrigerator and microwave for your use in the Snack Shack. Two kayaks, one canoe along with a pedal boat for playing in the cove . The dock has an area for a boat to be tied along with ladders to exit the water when swimming .
A floating dock is anchored near shore to enjoy the sun.
Adjacent to the driveway to the lake house there is a 5 acre park with tennis and pickle ball courts, along with a basketball goal. Outside the courts, there is a soccer goal along with ample room for exploring. We try to have some recreation equipment for the ball courts onhand but we encourage to bring along rackets if interested .
A floating dock is anchored near shore to enjoy the sun.
We are conveniently located close to several wineries, grocery stores, Bridgewater Plaza, and public boat launch.
We accept a dog with a $250 fee but please notify the owner. A dog waste disposal station is located near the bottom of the steps off deck and we ask to please empty along with trash at the end of your stay .
Adjacent to the driveway to the lake house there is a 5 acre park with tennis and pickle ball courts, along with a basketball goal. Outside the courts, there is a soccer goal along with ample room for exploring. We try to have some recreation equipment for the ball courts onhand but we encourage to bring along rackets .
Thanks for taking a look at our home and glad to answer any questions about the area or your interests.

Property manager

Jack or Ann Wimmer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children 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
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

Property is also known as

Making Memories located on Roanoke Mile Marker R 26
Making Memories -located on Roanoke mile marker R 26 Moneta

About the neighborhood

Moneta

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in High Point, a neighborhood in Moneta. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider The Zone, or check out an event or a game at Civic Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 5 min drive
  • Booker T. Washington National Monument - 22 min drive
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 25 min drive
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • White House Restaurant - 16 min drive
  • Mango's Bar & Grill - 15 min drive
  • Edo Grill and Sushi - 13 min drive
  • Wendy's - 20 min drive
  • Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 . pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 .?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Making Memories - House ,Decks,Docks access to Kayaks/ Pickle /Tennis R 26 . located?

This family-friendly Moneta vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Smith Mountain Lake and Hickory Hill Vineyards. Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Booker T. Washington National Monument are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great spot. House is a little dated but we liked it. Outside areas are great. Dock and bar are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We brought our boat and enjoyed a week in July. Quiet cove excellent for swimming and great location on the lake. House is as described, dated but functional. Rear of house faces north so you’re in shade most of the time on the rear porches, which I think was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Harry O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointing
Roaches. Filthy. Mold. Mildew. Sewer smell. Poorly equipped for vacation home. Poorly maintained. Unsafe dock area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, but outdated
Perfect place for those wanting to spend more time on the water with close proximity to boat rental, restaurants, and grocery. And its a good place for those wanting to spend more time at the lakehouse.... has what you need but the place could use a good update.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Ashley G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, house in need of repairs
The floors were in desperate need of sweeping, the basement door is falling apart and won't stay open unless propped, the mattress covers need to be replaced. The location on the lake is great and close to rental facilities, but I wouldn't stay here again. Thankfully the toilets were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the lake
Everything went well and easy. Check in. Great location in a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Making memories
My family and I very much enjoyed our stay and the location and view were amazing. The upper level of the house was very nice, the lower level was was very dated but supplied extra space for our family. The docks were great for the kids to fish off of and dock our boats. The only drawback was that they don’t allow us to bring our dog.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Charlet L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not all "Making Memories" are good memories.
Kitchen was not clean. We had to clean dishes (greasy) and clean the oven. Beds were not comfortable. My 12 year old niece was climbing out of the lake and the stairs attached to the dock board pulled off. We stayed 3 nights on the 2nd night the AC quit working and stayed off until after we left 11/2 later. Although the owners seemed nice enough the property is very old. Only 2 of the smoke detectors worked. The railing going to the bottom floor was inadequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
Everything was great! Will definitely be going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
Nice and quiet and lots of shade. Could sit on the deck without sweating to much. Good place to relax and unwind. Probably very pretty in the fall
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun time
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful water
Nice to have a fridge, kayaks and shade at the dock. Pickle ball and basketball courts were convenient and in good shape. Steep driveway and stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Aaron D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location and homesite
The downstairs needed some deep cleaning and bug dis infestation. Over all the home was suitable, it just needs some updates. We enjoyed our stay tho.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Enjoyed our stay very much. The cove is quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Great views/location but a little outdated
Overall, we had a good experience at this property. The view from the lake house was great and we also enjoyed the dock and floating dock - including the fun jump off from the sun deck dock! The location of the cove was convenient and private. There was a tree in the way of where it looked like we should have docked our boat, but it worked out because we could tie to the other side. My biggest concern was the beds, they were not very comfortable and quite squeaky. We also did not realize this property did not include sheets or bath towels - which is fine, but I wish it was more apparent on the description, so we could have brought our own. The grill also appeared to be leaking gas, so we were not able to use that either. The core of the place was quite nice, but I think some updates would make it even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
It was nice being on a cove off the main waterway. Thoroughly enjoyed the dock, paddleboat and kayak. We also brought our paddle boards and were able to fish off the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Rebecca A.

Lake and location was nice.
Could use some general updates. Outdoor maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

vicki R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We enjoyed the trip, lake and property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., null

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Had a great time. Location was amazing. The cove is very quiet and safe for kids to swim. The couple of questions I had were answered quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
Very nice place to stay and location is just amazing. We've had a few days vacation there with our friends, and no one wanted to leave so soon. Children were enjoying very warm and clean lake water, just a few steps from the house. The only disappointed thing - beds, they are just too loud and squeaky, especially at night - definitely need a fix or upgrade.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

kerry t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice camp on peaceful cove
We enjoyed our stay over Labor Day weekend. House was as described and the cove was a great place to swim and float. Snack shack at the dock is a great feature. There is no wi-fi at the house, which could be an issue for some visitors. I missed that detail when reviewing the property description.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location - not many other positives
The house is a great location for driving and boating to various destinations. The cleanliness of the house was sorely lacking and lessened our opinion of the house. Upon arrival, we found the house to be dirty. The musty smell was so strong that we had to air the house out and go purchase candles, air fresheners and odor neutralizers. The lower level bedrooms and bathroom had cobwebs and dust in the corners. The ceiling fans in the upper level bedrooms were coated in dust and obviously had not been cleaned in some time. The outdoor furniture was too dirty to sit on or eat on. The house has a staircase to the basement which is open and is not safe for a toddler like our grandson who was with us. We had to sit chairs around the opening to deter him from going near the steps. Our second night there, we opted to cook in. There were dirty pots and dishes in the cabinets and evidence of mice in the cabinets and drawers. We ate the rest of our meals out. The kayaks had to be cleaned before we could use them because of cobwebs, spider nests and debris. We did not use the Snack Shack, the floating dock or the upper level dock because of the condition. The owners were very responsive prior to our arrival but when I emailed them about the cleanliness, suggesting that they may want to discuss it with their cleaning service, I did not receive a reply. I took pictures of the house in the event that the owners wanted to address it with their cleaning service. We will not rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick vacation before everyone heads back to college
This property was perfect for our family trip! The adult children got the downstairs and could come and go as they wanted with their own entrance. Very quiet cove and close to Bridgewater Plaza. Thank you for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Perfect Weekend Stay!
We did a long weekend at Making Memories and the whole experience was amazing! The location is great for a group: the cove allowed us to all float in tubes, or scoot around on the Wimmer's paddle boat. We rented a boat and jet ski through Captains Quarters and it was only moments drive away (by boat) and maybe 10/15 minutes by car. The best day was really staying at the dock, taking turns on the jet ski or just swimming around. The house layout was perfect for 4 couples with 2 bedrooms and one bath upstairs and 2 bedrooms and one bath downstairs. It was a hot weekend but the A/C and ceiling fans kept us very comfortable while inside. The kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked all of our meals in the house. I gave 3 stars for cleanliness simply because it is what it is: a lakehouse! We expect some bugs, some debris, nothing was offensive and it worked for us. I would might be a little cautious with bringing younger children as there are a lot of stairs and an open staircase to the basement. For an adult get-together, it was great and we hope to return every summer! If I had a question, Ann responded quickly and was super kind. Checkin and checkout was a breeze. Thanks for all the wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This is my second time staying at this property. The location is fantastic; it is secluded enough, but a short ride to the main area of the lake. The house fit my group of eight perfectly, and the multiple docks at the water were spacious and great for hanging out. The owners are very nice and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Moneta
Structure Type
Private vacation home