Lakefront Exclusive French Tudor Castle. 8400 sf. Nicest property on SML!

Welcome to “The Castle”, the finest rental home on Smith Mountain Lake, In the finest community -The Water’s Edge. This French country manor is perched on the south shore of Smith Mountain Lake. Perfect for families and couples. Tons of space for everyone without feeling crammed!Lakefront, but also 45 Minutes away from the new Danville Casino! If you need a home that sleeps more people we also own and manage our newest property, The Sanctuary (VRBO #3672756)Luxury Vacation Rental7000 sf of heated space(8400 sf total living space)6 bedrooms + 1 huge bonus bedroom with 2 regular size twin bunk beds with trundle (each bed rated for 250lbs)Massive Attic Playroom with stage for kids to entertain6.5 bathrooms3 floor cherry elevatorFirepit with smokeless Solo Yukon fire pitThis unique custom home was planned for relaxed family living. The bedrooms are large and appropriately furnished, without crammed dormitory style beds common in many rentals. Tons of space to spread out. Everyone will feel relaxed and comfortable when they stay at The Castle.We have strong high speed wifi throughout the home which makes it a perfect location for you to work or bring your school age children.We are also connected with local individuals who can help to make your stay more enjoyable. You can hire them directly to: pick up your groceries, prepare a delicious meal in our home, or guide you around the lake. We also are connected with a local masseuse who has her own table and will travel to our home. Need to rent a boat? We have a relationship with a local company that will deliver the boat to you DIRECTLY to our dock.Our home sleeps 16 total. 12 adults and 4 children (3 and below) in the single bunk bedsIf you need more space and more bedrooms please see our newest luxury rental at Smith Mountain Lake, The Sanctuary (VRBO # 3672765)Mid June to end of August summer rentals are a week minimum. Check in and check out during high season is Saturday to Saturday.House featuresElevator Access to 3 levelsMAIN FLOOR – 10 foot ceilings. Open Floor Plan for Casual Living and tons of space for everyone! Brazilian Walnut flooring covers the entire first floor.COOK’S KITCHEN filled with appliances large and small includes:Two dishwashersTwo sinksfreestanding Ice makerWine fridge6 burner Gas cooktop36″ Fridge (a second and third full size frig is in the garage as well)Double ovens”Hawaiian Green” Granite countertopsHigh chair for babies to eat comfortablyIsland has seating for 8DINING AREATable for up to 16 has a beautiful view of the lake and Smith Mountain.FAMILY ROOMLarge and ComfortableCoffered ceilingCustom fireplace mantleGas fireplace operates electricallyTwo leather sofas and a 3rd cloth sofaBuilt-in cabinetsLarge smart TV with cableDVD player with huge library of moviesLIVING ROOMTable for 6 with space to play board games and do puzzles or work on your computer/laptop. We have a cabinet full!OVERSIZED IPE TEAK WOOD DECKDeck dining table seats 8Green wicker sofa, 2 rockers , and chairs for relaxingStainless gas grill with propane hard piped which means there’s no need to refill any propane rank ever!Cozy seating for relaxinggreat view of the lakePOWDER BATHFurniture style vanityTrey ceiling with recessed rope lightingMAIN FLOOR MASTER BEDROOMKing Sleigh Bed(new for 2024)Lake viewDirect access to rear deckFull bathroom with double vanity and tub/showerLOWER LEVEL with ten foot ceiingsCUSTOM BARStainless ice makerDishwasher and sinkBeverage frigCustom Built mirrored barPOOL TABLEPING PONG TABLEFOOSBALL TABLE8 PERSON POKER TABLESMART TV WITH CABLEMULTICADE STAND UP ARCADE GAMELOWER LEVEL LAUNDRY ROOM(2 laundry rooms in house total)convenient for washes after a day at pool or lake.Wash tub for soaking and cleaningQUEEN BEDROOM Coffered ceilingFull Bathroom with Corian integrated sink and tub/shower comboPATIOAdjoins Queen BedroomLake view tables and chairs for 8Hanging cedar swing chairSECOND FLOORLARGER MASTER BEDROOM SUITEVaulted ceiling with unique hammer beam trussesFour poster California King bedGas Fireplace with custom mantle with Smart TV above. Fabulous view of Smith Mountain. Walk in closet. Master bath with custom double vanity with built in cabinets. Jacuzzi tub with custom travertine tile surround Shower with dual shower heads with individual temperature controls. Upper level Laundry W/D room alsoTHREE OTHER BEDROOMSQueen Bedroom – lake viewAntique English bed frameBathhroom with tub-shower and single vanity2 separate closetsQueen bedroom. Modern bed frame with Armoire and closet, 2 side tables- looks out to the lake also. Shared bathroom with dual sinks and private shower/commode room.Front facing Queen Bedroom with dresser and closet side table. Looks to the front of the house. Shared bathroom with dual sinks and private shower/commode room.BONUS ROOM4 single beds in a bunk bed format Full bathroom with tub/shower comboGreat space for the kids to stretch out and playBaby crib and pack n play for babies or toddlers also(not included in total bed count)UPPER LEVEL – “The Playroom”Features a custom designed elevated stage for kids (or adults) to perform. Recently purchased hand puppets for the kids to put on a show.Huge area for relaxing and playingRestoration Hardware L shaped sofa with chaise loungeLarge smart TV with a PS4 and an original X Box game – several controllers. ***Interior towels and bed linens are included with rental.DOCK/LAKEVery large 36 x 34 ft dockFloating dock – tie up your boats or jet skis. Ladder provides easy lake access. We are located in a safe cove perfect for children to swim safely without heavy boat traffic We provide 3 kayaks(one is a double kayak for 2 people) and a stand up paddle board, floats, noodles, corn hole for your lakeside enjoyment. 2 Dock tables with many chairs for eating, chaise lounges for sunning.There is a community boat ramp very close to the house(2 min away) for putting your own boats and jet skis in the water as well. If you need to rent a pontoon boat,ski boat, or jet skis there is a boat rental company thats a 5 minute drive from our home. They will deliver your boat or jet ski to our dock free of charge if you mention our home.THE LAKESmith Mountain Lake is a popular destination because of its natural beauty and endless activities: swimming, fishing, boating, tubing, waterskiing, wake-boarding, eating out at restaurants off the water and on the water, visiting wineries, listening to bands/music, hiking, mountain biking, putt putt, rock climbing, going to the movie theater – you name it and we’ve got it!We provide an owners guide book which provides complete information about where to go and what to do around Smith Mountain Lake. There are 2 national chain grocery stores close to our home- one is 15 minutes away the other is 20 minutes away. Wal Mart is 20 minutes away. There is a small market/gas station 5 minutes away. The lake has many restaurants and marinas on the water that you can boat to. We have always enjoyed boating to eat out on the water. You also can drive to many restaurants by car within 10/15/20 minutes as well. Like wine? There are many local wineries within easy driving distance to visit and enjoy. There are also lots of hiking and biking trails too.THE NEIGHBORHOODExplore our lovely and safe upscale neighborhood with our 10 bikes. The neighborhood has an extensive road network and has very flat and gentle terrain for exploring. Our front yard has a gentle slope and is perfect for kicking the ball or playing croquet(set included).We do not allow pets in our home, but there are several boarding kennels nearby and we will provide this info if you need it. We also do not allow bachelor or bachelorette parties, as we want to preserve the integrity and quality of our home and respect our neighbors and our neighborhood. Smoking is also prohibited inside the home.Reminder -Full week rentals during the peak season(Memorial Day- Labor Day) should be Saturday-Saturday please.We are the owners/managers of this spectacular property and have enjoyed this home for many years. We feel confident that you will love it as much as we do. There is no nicer rental on Smith Mountain Lake. Please feel to contact us with any questions, we are very prompt at responding.

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Smith Mountain Lake and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Leesville Lake. Tomahawk Mill Vineyard and Winery and Centra Gretna Medical Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).