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Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Moneta, VA
  • Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Halesford Harbor Marina
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!

This delightful cottage is a must-stay for anybody looking for a get away to Smith Mountain Lake! The Hummingbird Cottage is a two-bedroom, one-bath home with 2 queen beds and a queen-size sleeper sofa. It's the perfect retreat for a couple's getaway or a small family escape!

The Hummingbird Cottage offers an open floor plan with a living room and an updated kitchen. The kitchen has a large refrigerator and stainless steel appliances. The living room has plenty of seating with a large wrap-around couch, and two chairs that face the wood-burning fireplace. The bathroom has a sink, toilet and shower. The living room and bedrooms are all equipped with flat-screen HDTVs and Blue-Ray DVD players. Relax near the wood-burning fireplace and watch one of the many movies, play board games, or get lost in a book. Wireless Internet is provided.

There are many outdoor spaces to enjoy at the cottage. The deck provides a peaceful, wooded setting to enjoy the views while relaxing or cooking on the gas grill. A gravel, switch-back path leads down to the dock. The dock is a great place to swim, fish, float, and enjoy the sunset. Two kayaks are available for our guests during their stay.

The dock is large enough to tie up a boat and jet ski. Electricity is available at the top of the stairs near the dock for recharging boat batteries. Public boat ramps are located at Hale's Ford Marina and Oak Grove- both within 15-20 minutes of the cottage.

The Hummingbird Cottage is conveniently located by water and land to many of Smith Mountain Lake's shopping and attractions, including Bridgewater Plaza, local wineries, Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Food Lion grocery store, and the Diamond Hill General Store. All are within 10 to 20 minutes of the cottage.

Note: A gravel driveway leads down a hill to the cottage. Boat trailers should not go down the driveway- the turn around area near the cottage is not large enough. Boat and jet ski trailers can be parked at the top of the driveway in the trailer parking area. Please notify owner if you plan to bring a boat/trailer.

Property manager

Taylor
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cottage is on a slope.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well-trained dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to the shared driveway, no more than two cars may park in front of the cottage..
Minimal noise after 10PM outside.
The property is not suitable for those who have difficulty walking up and down moderate grades.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Moneta

Located in Moneta, this cottage is on the waterfront. Halesford Harbor Marina and Webster Marine Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Smith Mountain Lake and Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Moneta, VA

What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Halesford Harbor Marina - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Bridgewater Marina - 19 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Hickory Hill Vineyards - 22 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 38 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 41 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jake's Place - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Hill General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fables & Feathers Winery - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird Cottage- charming cottage in quiet cove close to Bridgewater! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Smith Mountain Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Moneta Library and Halesford Harbor Marina. Moneta Park and Webster Marine Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joseph d.

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

Great getaway

Nice and relaxing spot for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pranav S.

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

Cozy, clean and comfortable!

This was the perfect getaway for a couple of days!. Clean, orderly with all the amenities we wanted. Communication with Kali was fast, helpful and proactive. We'll definitely be doing this again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Great Stay

Peaceful and rejuvenating stay! House exactly as advertised and communication was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Our days at the Hummingbird

I don't wish to sound all gushing and so forth because that always sounds fake, but we could not have asked for a nicer getaway that was the perfect size for two adults and our little pup.The house was immaculate, the furnishings are excellent... I just don't know how to put it other than it was just a really nice place to be. The owners are wonderful, we had to move our stay due to the weather, and they were more than accommodating. I will definitely try and book this house again, but from the looks of the bookings, many others know of this wonderful little place. If you get the chance, do try to find a couple of days to make yourself at home there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

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

Jsweet cottage ust

It was wonderful peace
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great house and host!

Home was well stocked, and the host was great with communication. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Great little spot

Love the location on the lake and the proximity to shops and the state park
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

Great Getaway

Great little clean cottage in a quiet cove away from a lot of others. Our dog enjoyed seeing the neighborhood deer, cranes and anything else that moved on the water. Such a relaxing stay and can't wait to make a return trip. I also want to point out that the host had EXCELLENT communication throughout our stay that was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Fall Get a Way

Hummingbird Cottage is a beautiful cottage steps away from the lake. The cottage is furnished very nice and has everything needed for a great stay. The location is quiet and peaceful but very convenient to dining and shopping.The host contacted us shortly after arrival to see if everything was as we expected. I would highly recommend this to family and friends for a great place to stay at the lake and I look forward to returning in the spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great cottage with view of water!

Nice deck to view lake and forest. All amenities provided. Overall excellent cottage. Driveway very steep but ok to navigate carefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

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

Great place!

My friend and I were delighted with everything about this place. It was quiet, private, clean, scenic and close to restaurants and shops. It was so well equipped that we didn’t need a thing except our clothes and food! Try it, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jentrinque

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

Soooooo Relaxing!

We had a fabulous time. The place is clean and beautiful and the location right on the lake is lovely. We had such a good time just floating around in the cove, and also enjoying using the record player and sitting out on the deck. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Hummingbird Cottage

Sweetest Cottage, beautifully decorated, extremely clean, great views. Warm and welcoming. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emaculada C.

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

Softball getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The view is absolutely gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonny W.

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

Great stay!

Hummingbird cottage was the perfect weekend getaway for me and my wife! Clean, comfortable, and charming. Loved being in the woods, enjoyed a quiet kayak ride and fishing from the dock. Super cool record player! Kali was responsive and checked in to make sure everything was great with our stay. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Hummingbird Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Hummingbird Cottage. It was well equipped and had everything we needed. The cottage was as pictured and very clean! The location was convenient to grocery shopping and restaurants. The water view was lovely and very relaxing! Perfect place to unplug, play some board games, read, and explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beautiful lake spot!

We had a fun stay in this beautiful house on a little cove on the lake. Was a perfect weekend getaway and we will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Late March Getaway

This is a great little cottage on Smith Mountain Lake. It is a clean and welcoming cottage with access to the water. As stated in the write up, there are a lot of stairs between the dock and cottage but it is well worth the climb. The kitchen is well stocked and it has a wood burning fireplace which we didn’t have a chance to use but I wish we had. The communication from the owner was clear and thorough and I could even say, above and beyond. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paty U., Longville, MN

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

Perfect for our month stay!

We loved the location as it is close to groceries, restaurants and shopping. Bridgewater area close by was a plus as well. Cabin is cozy and has lots of natural night. Our fur baby enjoyed it too. Steps to the dock and back good exercise!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Quiet getaway

We went for a weekend getaway for some rest and relaxation. This place was a perfect fit. They had everything we needed to enjoy coffee by the lake, movie night and listening to some classic records. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stylish, comfortable place to stay

Very nice unit. We had some issues with the door codes, but after that was resolved we had a great stay. We didn't have good cell connectivity, but one we were at the top of the driveway, it was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Beautiful Cottage

We really enjoyed staying at Hummingbird Cottage. It is a beautiful, clean cottage on a stunning location overlooking the lake. The cottage was very comfortable and well-equipped. The hosts were extremely communicative and made sure that our needs were well-met. We would love to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Perfect stay

Great place to stay for a quite getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April F.

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

Cozy and Relaxing

My daughter and I had a lovely stay at the Hummingbird Cottage. Upon entering, the space smelled so fresh and clean! The home is very cozy, and had everything we needed to enjoy our time at SML! The owners are very responsive and even checked in via the app to make sure we had everything we needed. This is a perfect little place for a romantic and quiet getaway for two. I’ll definitely consider this property for future visits with my husband to the lake. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Taylor

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Hello! It's nice to cross paths with you! Here's a little about us...
My husband and I live in Stafford, Virginia. We have three sons- two in college and one in high school. I am a teacher at my youngest son's high school. My husband retired from a twenty+ year career in the Marine Corps and is now working as a project manager in Manassas, VA. My husband and I have been looking to purchase a lake cottage/cabin for a few years. Two years ago we rented a condominium at Smith Mountain Lake and fell in love with the area. In April 2021 we found exactly what we were looking for- a little cottage on the lake! We are both working full-time and are not able to visit the lake as frequently as we'd like to. Since it's available much of the year, we thought we'd share it with others who love the lake just as much as we do! We hope you enjoy your stay!
~Kali and Graham

Why they chose this property

My favorite things about the cottage:
-Having morning coffee on the back deck
-Relaxing on the dock in the afternoons watching all the water fun
-Getting exercise by taking walks down to the point
-Grabbing lunch at the Diamond Hill Country Store (roast beef sandwiches are my favorite)
-Fishing off the end of the dock
-Kayaking around the corner to Jake's Place
-Grilling on the back deck
-Eating at Napoli Cowboy (it's a 20-25 min. car or boat ride, but it's worth it)

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