LakeAway on Smith Mountain Lake

LaSota Cottage looks out from the forest onto the lake

Private Forested Cove

Settled into woods on a private cove, the LaSota Cottage's West facing windows look out the cove making for a bright and sunny lake views. The cottage has the most flexible accommodations of all. Although it can accommodate no more than 4 adults, it has four bedrooms with a variety of bed sizes to meet every need.
Linens & Amenities Always Included!

Features

Inside

Sleeps 4
4 Bedrooms

TV in every bedroom
Cable TV Reception on all TVs

Wireless High Speed Internet
Two Levels with separate outdoor entrances

The Great Room in the LaSota Cottage overlooks the lake with the deck just steps away.

Upper Level

Great Room with lake and forest views

Comfortable furnishings
40" HDTV with DVD
Ceramic Tile and Carpeted Floors

Full Kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven and cookware. Place settings for 8.
Master Bedroom with Queen Size bed, dresser and closet
Second Master Bedroom with a full bed dresser and closet
Bunk Bedroom with a two twin beds
Full Bathroom

Kitchen and Dining area are open to the Great Room and are always within a view of the lake.

Upper Deck

10' wide with outdoor seating for 6

The Upper and Lower Decks overview the dock and lake"

Lower Level

Recreation Room with TV
Foosball
Guest Bedroom with Queen Size bed
Bathroom with Shower
Laundry Room with full size washer and dryer

The Lower Level Family Room has a separate, outside entrance.

Hot Tub

Overlooks the Lake
Ozonator - no chemicals
4 Adults
6'8" x 6'8"
New in Autumn of 2019

Hot Tub is off of the Lower Level Deck.

Lower Patio Level

Shaded Seating
Overlooking cove, dock and lake

Dock

24' x 12' pier with swimming ladder
Floating dock with swimming ladder
6' deep at normal pond. NO DIVING

The dock includes a large fixed pier and a floating dock.

LaSota Cottage: Rates and Reservations

2019 - 2020 Rates

	Daily	Weekly	Notes
September 2 to November 3	$240	$1,440	2 night minimum
November 4 to February 28, 2020	$185	$1,110	2 night minimum
February 29 to May 21	$185	$1,110	2 night minimum
May 22 to September 6	$265	$1,595	2 or 3 night minimum*
September 7 to November 1	$185	$1,110	2 night minimum
November 2 to February 28, 2021	$185	$1,110	2 night minimum
Housekeeping	$120		per stay
Damage Deposit	$250		See Welcome Kit for Policies
Linen Service	Always Included!		Sheets, Pillow Cases & Towels. Beds are made up
Pet Fee	$125/dog		2 Dogs Allowed
Taxes (State & Local)	12.3%	12.3%	5.3% Virginia Sales tax + 7% county occupancy tax

*Minimum Stay Requirements

3 night minimum over Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends

Reservations

To Reserve: Please CALL US, fill in BOOK LASOTA COTTAGE or send us an EMAIL.
After you contact us:

We will confirm availability and total cost.
You will receive an email confirming your reservation.
You will receive a separate email from PayPal requesting payment
Once the full amount is received, you will receive an email with the code to access the properties.

1/2 of the rent is due upon booking
Balance of rent and damage deposit is due 60 days prior to arrival
If there is no damage, the damage deposit will be refunded through PayPal within 2 weeks of departure. You will be informed immediately if damage is found.
Cancellation Policy

Full refund if cancelled over 60 days prior to arrival
Within 60 days we will attempt to re-book the properties. You will be refunded any rent we receive, less a $100 processing fee.
Damage deposits are fully refunded in any cancellation.

Please see Welcome Kit for policies

Before you Leave Home

What to Bring

Flashlight
Condiments
Fishing Gear (For children, a simple rod, #16 hooks and worms dug from your own garden will catch lots of fish under the dock!)
TVs have Roku streamers on them, so bring the user name and passwords for your Netlix or other streaming services.

Cell Phone Coverage and Internet

What we Provide

Ample cooking supplies and dishes are provided at the LaSota Cottage

Linens (beds made up)
Towels (bath, hand, face)
Kitchen Towels (2)
Bath soap, shampoo & conditioner, hand soaps
Tissue & toilet paper
Laundry Soap Pods and Dishwasher Soap Pods
Paper towels
Pots, pans, utensils, plates, glasses, coffee makers.
The large kitchen in the Main House is equiped for cooking for larger groups. Please call for details or to confirm a particular item is available.
Condiments: Salt, pepper, and sugar are normally available, but it is always a good idea to bring some just in case.
Microwave oven
Television, DVD player, satellite receiver
Washer and Dryer
Dishwasher
Propane Gas Grill on deck (extra tank included)
Wireless High Speed Internet

Plan Ahead

Local Attractions

Reserve a ski boat, pontoon boat or kayak (see BOATING)
Book a cruise (see CRUISE)
Book a fishing guide (see FISHING)
Book a caterer (see CATERING)
Plan to visit historic points of interest on your way to the lake (See HISTORY)

Suggestions

Here for only a few days? Plan to bring all the food you need. Convenience stores are nearby, but major grocery stores are 20 to 30 minutes away. (see STORES)
Visiting The Point at Silver Bay as part of a longer vacation in Virginia? Call us! We are happy to help you plan a wonderful visit to Virginia.
Visiting from outside the United States? Send us your Skype or Google Hangout (Gmail) address and we can set a time to talk and help you plan your visit.

While You are Here

Grocery Stores

Grocery and convenience stores are listed below, starting with the closest. The best grocery store on the lake is Kroger.

White House Store: convenience store located at the gas station at White House. ~10 minutes

Food Lion at Hendricks Store Road and Rt. 122: Full service grocery store. Limited selection of vegtables and organic food. ~20 minutes

Kroger: Full service grocery store with large beer and wine selection, as well as wide selection of vegtables and organics. ~30 minutes

Pharmacies

CVS and Kroger in Westlake Corner are the only full service pharmacies on the lake. Some over-the-counter remedies are available at the grocery and convenience stores listed above.

Restaurants

There are a number of restaurants on and around Smith Mountain Lake. Some are accessible by both water and road (these are also listed in the “On the Lake” page), while others are only available by road. While this is not a complete list, these are establishments that we have visited and can recommend. They are presented in the order of our personal preference.

The Landing
773 Ashmeade Road | Moneta, VA 24121 | Phone: 540.721.3028 | Web
Driving time from Silver Bay View: ~20 minutes by water, ~45 minutes by road

An example of the great food offered at The Landing

The Landing is generally recognized as the best restaurant on the lake, and we agree with this assessment. The quality of the food and its presentation is outstanding, with an excellent beer and wine list. In our opinion, it is as good as the best restaurants in a major city, with prices that are only slightly less than similar establishments in major cities. For those of you who have a passion for food and cooking, The Landing offers special event meals and cooking classes. There is outdoor and indoor seating. While they are on the lake, views of the water are obscured by boat lifts in front of the restaurant.

Mexico Viejo
404 Crazy Horse Dr | Moneta, VA 24121 | (540) 719-1000
Driving time from Silver Bay View: ~20 minutes by water, ~45 minutes by road

Mexico Viejo has the best lake views of any restaurant on the water, with the exception of those to be had while dining at Silver Bay View Cottages! The New Mexico style food is good. We always enjoy our meals here. Prices are quite reasonable, and the Dos Equis beer on tap is excellent. It is also a very pleasant boat ride from Silver Bay, and one of our most frequent destinations.

Portside Grill & Bar
3619 Airport Road at Virginia Dare Marina | Moneta, VA | 540-297-7100 x3 | Web
Driving time from Silver Bay View: ~20 minutes by water, ~15 minutes by road

A tiki bar with outdoor seating over the water. This is a fun place to enjoy a drink and a sandwich. Enjoy live entertainment, D.J.’s, steel drums, dancing, limbo and sunset views over the water. They also have TVs so you can watch your favorite game or race. It is open only in the warmer months.

Edo Grill and Sushi
1035 Mercantile Street. Suite 104 | Moneta, VA | 540-297-6888 | Web
Driving time from The Point at Silver Bay: ~20 minutes by road (not on the water)

Sushi sample from Edo's

Edo is our favorite Japanese restaurant at the lake. Their suchi is particularly good. The Green Dradon Roll is our particular favorite. Edo Grill & Sushi is family owned and operated.

Marina Café at Mitchell’s Point Marina
3553 Trading Post Road | Huddleston, VA | 540-297-4829
Driving time from Silver Bay View: ~10 minutes by water, ~10 minutes by road

Marina Cafe at Mitchell's Point offers casual outdoor dining 10 minutes from The Point.

The Marina Café is the closest restaurant to Silver Bay. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and offer a limited menu of burgers and sandwiches. A great place to catch a bite with the locals.

Kings Point Pub
15844 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway | Huddleston, VA | 540-297-7347
Driving time from Silver Bay View: ~10 minutes by water, ~15 minutes by road

A fun Irish pub with indoor and outdoor seating. While we usually stop by for one of their great beers on tap, they also serve a variety of Irish dishes (Steak and Guinness Pie!) and sandwiches. They are only open in the warmer months, and only Wednesday through Sunday. Call before you head out!

Catering and Dinner Cruises

Catering is a great option for reunions. Private dinner cruises are also included in this category, since they may be able to pick you up at your private dock at Silver Bay.

Randy Hall
434.446.4000

While Randy has a full-time job managing a building supply store, he loves to cook barbeque! Over the years Randy has catered many reunions and corporate retreats at The Point, including our own 25th wedding anniversary party and other events. Needless to say, his BBQ is amazing. He even has his own BBQ sauce that is available on Amazon. Check it out! "On Top Of It ALL" BBQ Sauce

The Landing Restaurant
540.721.3028 | Web

In addition to being our favorite restaurant on the lake, The Landing also offers catering.

Blue Ridge Catering
540-982-7700 | Web

While we haven’t tasted their food, we have heard good things about Blue Ridge.

Virginia Dare
Sightseeing and Dinner Cruises on Smith Mountain Lake
3619 Airport Road | Moneta, VA 24121 | (540) 297-7100 | Web

Virginia Dare is a paddle boat that offers dinner cruises on Smith Mountain Lake

The Virginia Dare has been cruising Smith Mountain Lake as long as we can remember, and is one of the more popular attractions on the lake. Beyond offering sightseeing and dinner cruises to the general public, they also offer private charters. We have not taken a dinner cruise, so we can’t comment on the food. We did attend a private dockside party there, and the food was excellent. It is normally moored next to the Portside Bar & Grill (see above).