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

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Beautiful, quiet, deep cove and very conducive to rest and relaxation and FUN.
Lake
Master bedroom opening onto the deck.
Downstairs family room opening to covered patio.
Fire place in downstairs family room.
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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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

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

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

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Moneta

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in High Point, a neighbourhood in Moneta. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Travelling 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.
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Moneta, VA

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, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 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 9 kg 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 .?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Moneta holiday 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 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cabin
Great trip w/ my husband, 2 kids, & dog. Contacted owner 48 hrs before the trip to make sure it was ok to book & were told yes, confirmed next day. Put the boat in & parked truck on Thurs night, didn’t have to get in the truck again until heading home tues. Took boat to coffee,dinners,ice cream, etc. Full kitchen at the house w/ everything we needed to make meals. The house is in a wooded, secluded location which we much preferred over the more open areas of the lake. The cove is very calm/peaceful & we were able to fish, swim, & relax off the dock. We rent 5+ rentals a year & I’ve never posted a complaint before, but I tried to discuss this w/ the owner & was dismissed. House was filthy. Kitchen floors had food stuck to ground, coffee stains, etc. Trash & dirty socks poking out from beds. Dead bugs on bathroom counter/floor. Pill on couch. Random nails,tools,etc in the house. Leaf blower at kitchen table, maybe so we could blow off the deck, which was too dirty to sit on. I contacted the owner immediately & he said was sorry for food in the fridge, but he swiffered the floors himself & it was clean. No. It was disgusting. House has a cleaning fee, so I expected the house to be clean. If the house is not getting cleaned, there should be no cleaning fee, & we also would not have stayed there as it was not a cheap trip. Also, kayaks & pedal boat are just on the ground outside, one filled with water, the others with spiders & bugs & not usable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
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, check-in, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Everything was great! Will definitely be going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
Enjoyed our stay very much. The cove is quiet and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
We enjoyed the trip, lake and property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., null

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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 traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

About the host

Hosted by Jack or Ann Wimmer

Host profile image
Jack and I live in Salem ,VA We are both retired. I am a school teacher and Jack is an Electrical Engineer. We have 3 children and along with their Dad all have graduated from Virginia Tech. The family has always enjoyed playing in the Sun outdoors and the close proximity to Roanoke attracted us.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property and built the house . It was a family project for our family adding additions yearly. High point subdivisions have spacious lots on deep water coves .A wooded ridge is across from our home that will never be built upon .It is close enough to the main channel of the lake and Hales Ford Bridge but the cove is secluded for enjoying some serenity.

What makes this property unique

House is located on a quiet cove, with a spectacular view. It is very conducive to relaxation and we sometimes find ourselves sitting on the deck each morning for a couple of hours with our coffee. Along with our water toys, (canoe, kayaks, pedal boat) there are tennis courts, pickle ball court and a large park for games.

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