Castaway

Castaway was a great spot for a laid-back lake trip. The location near the State Park made it easy to get to hiking trails and boat rentals, and the no-wake cove kept things calm for swimming and docking. The house had plenty of space for our group, with comfortable bedrooms upstairs and a nice hangout area downstairs. The sunroom was my favorite place for morning coffee, and the upper deck had a good setup for grilling and eating outside. The dock was in deep water, which made getting the boat in and out easy, and there was plenty of room to sit and relax by the water. The kitchen had what we needed for meals, and having a washer and dryer on-site was a big plus. A couple of things that could be better: the Wi-Fi signal was weak downstairs, there is no real indoor dining seating, which was a bit tough on rainy days, and the trek to the dock was a bit of a leg burner. None of these were deal-breakers, but they would make a good place even better. Overall, Castaway was a solid choice, and I would definitely come back for another trip.

Great warm and cozy living space! Loved the view, just steps away from the water and dock. Everything was wonderful, look forward to coming back.

We recently stayed at Castaway on Smith Mountain Lake and had a fantastic experience. The house was bright and sunny. One of the highlights was the well-stocked kitchen, which had everything we needed and more. We enjoyed relaxing on the all-season porch or deck each morning, watching nature and beautiful lake views. Our kids had a blast swimming and fishing right off the dock. The calm waters by the house made swimming and using the kayak safe and enjoyable, which was perfect for our family. Despite being July, we were surprised by how calm the lake was. The house's location near SML State Park was very convenient for us, especially when launching our boat. It is close by road and water. Overall, this house exceeded our expectations, and we would rent it again. As longtime visitors to Smith Mountain Lake, this rental quickly became a family favorite. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable lake getaway!