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Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock

Our cabin is located on a small cove on Claytor Lake and features amazing views from the back porch and lakeside dock. Our home is located directly across the lake from Claytor Lake State Park which is a great place to hike and spend a day at the beach. We have a fire pit on the main deck and lots of seating so you and your friends and family can enjoy eating dinner and sipping on cold beers under the stars.

Discover your peaceful sanctuary at our charming cabin on Claytor Lake. Nestled in a quaint cove, the cabin offers breathtaking views right from our back porch and the lakeside dock. Your stay comes equipped with an array of floats and a two-person ocean kayak, perfect for soaking up the sun on the lake's gentle waves.

Located directly across the water is Claytor Lake State Park, providing a day's worth of hiking and beach activities at your fingertips. At dusk, our spacious deck comes alive. With a cozy fire pit and plenty of seating, it's the perfect setting for family dinners, storytelling sessions, or simply sipping cold beers under a starlit sky.

For guests who seek a moment of solitude, an upper-level bedroom boasts a private deck—your personal retreat for enjoying a serene morning coffee amidst the calming sounds of nature. Although our cabin offers an escape from the digital world with no WiFi, good cell reception ensures you stay connected when needed.

Should you wish to amplify your lake adventures, we're ready to assist with rentals from a local company that delivers boats and recreational equipment directly to our dock. Join us at our lakeside retreat for an unforgettable blend of relaxation and outdoor fun.

You can access all spaces of the house and two-level dock with the exception of the locked owner's closets where we keep supplies. The closet in the dock has all kinds of floats and a small fridge to keep your drinks cool. We also have a 2 person ocean kayak, two paddles, and a life jacket guests can use.

Our daughter Kate and her husband Michael help us manage our property and they can always be reached via the airbnb app if you need anything during your stay. My husband and I live nearby but are available by phone or text.

The home offers a lot of privacy and is located about 15 minutes away from downtown Radford and 40 minutes from Blacksburg. Don't forget to walk outside at night because the view of the night sky is incredible. On clear nights you can usually see the Milky Way from the top level of the dock if you turn off the lights.

The home offers a lot of privacy and is located about 15 minutes away from downtown Radford, 20 minutes from Radford University, and 40 minutes from VT. Don't forget to walk outside at night because the view of the night sky is incredible. On clear nights you can usually see the Milky Way. Our home is located off a dirt road that is accessible by any car. Please drive slowly because the dirt road to get to the house is one way and there are lots of families with kids who live full time on the lake. Please park in our driveway and don’t block the road. GPS does not give reliable directions so please plan on using the driving directions we will a couple days before you begin your stay.

***We currently don't have wifi because of the home's mountainous location but have directv on the tv in the living room and the kitchen. We also have good cell service in all parts of the interior and exterior of the home except the downstairs. Please remember to bring all your belonging and any trash you bring down the dock back to the main level of the house at the conclusion of your stay so our cleaner doesn’t have to charge extra for cleaning up the dock. Speaking, of there are approximately 109 stairs you have to walk down to get from the house to the two-level dock.

***Accurate guest count is required by Airbnb and our insurance. Please make sure when you book the house you enter the correct number of guests including all those that will be staying overnight or visiting. For example, if you plan on 6 people staying overnight and 2 people visiting during the day, the guest count is 8 people. If you have questions about this policy, please send us a message before you book.

***Please note a $300 pre-authorization hold (not a charge) will be placed on the credit card used to book your reservation 24 hours before check-in. This hold will be released after your stay, provided there are no damages or additional charges. Once the pre-authorization is successfully processed, we will send check-in instructions to the phone number associated with your VRBO account.
1. Please make sure the number of guests in your reservation is accurate. A guest is defined as any person who visits the property for at least 5 minutes. Additional visitors not included in the reservation must be approved in advance by host. Unapproved guests are subject to a $50 fee per person and/or immediate cancelation of remainder of reservation without refund.

2. Events, weddings, and parties are prohibited. If you are not sure your reservation qualifies as a party or event, please reach out to us and explain what you are trying to do and we can determine if its possible to host your event. Good communication is key.

3.SMOKING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. $500 smoking fee

5. Please remove makeup before getting in the beds.

6. Quiet Hours start at 9 PM. Please make sure all amplified music and loud conversations are brought inside after 9 PM. We have neighbors that live on the lake full time.

7. Do not put food and cooking oil down the kitchen drain.

8. No matter what the package says, flushable wipes or anything besides toilet paper and human waste should never be flushed down toilets.

9. If you are planning on swimming/floating please bring your own lake towels. We provide 1 bath towel for each guests so in order to keep our cleaning cost low, we ask guests not use our bath towels by the lake.

10. Guest must provide a copy of their Driver's License or Passport in airbnb message thread after booking so we can confirm your identity.

11. There is only enough parking for up to 4 cars. Please do not block the main road or take up any of our neighbors’ parking.

Property manager

Michael Harvey

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1991.3 sq ft (185 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

213394

About the neighborhood

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Radford, VA

What's nearby

  • Claytor Lake - 7 min walk
  • Radford University - 18 min drive
  • Claytor Lake State Park - 20 min drive
  • Virginia Tech University - 30 min drive
  • Lane Stadium - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Patty's Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Italian Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Claytor Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Attimo Winery and Wildwood Park. Radford Hospital and Carilion New River Valley Medical Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Hokie House on Claytor Lake w/private story dock Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Bungalow by the Lake
The home is on a finger of Claytor Lake, which was quiet and out of the wind. It is eclectic with kitchen on bottom level and living room area on the second level. You can access both levels independently from the driveway. Overall, comfortable for our needs given the weather wasn't great but we were in town for graduation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Claytor Lake
Had a great stay, directions and detailed information with photos made our check in easy. Great communication and support from the owners. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashley m.

Overall great stay
The owner was very accommodating and allowed us to check-in a little early. Our kids loved going out on the Kayak and have insisted "we have to come back to this exact house in the Summer". They enjoyed figuring out and listening to the record player and playing games. There is no wifi & cell service only worked upstairs which forced them to put electronics down and interact (which I appreciated). Its nice to kinda be secluded but everything in town was 15-20 min away which was great for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Claytor Lake Cabin
Great cabin at the lake. The host was very accommodating and responsive. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and location
We enjoyed our long weekend at the Hokie House. Location is great - quick ride into Radford and easy trip to VT. House is cozy and rustic, we found it very relaxing. The Solo stove was nice to gather around at night, and we enjoyed the steady stream of white tail visitors coming by as we had wine on the porch. We will come back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great host and setting
We enjoyed this stay while visiting Tech and Radford for our high school seniors. The home was lived in but very cozy and the host was a great communicator. There were some things that could have been cleaner but the overall stay was wonderful and the view is stellar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacay
Spent a week at the Hokie House in July. Location was great. House on a cove with little to no boat traffic. Floated in the water, kayaked and jumped off the dock. Perfect and private water space. Steps down from the house are a little daunting but doable. House had everything we needed supplied. Towels and paper products included. Very private and secluded. Outside deck was great space. House is a little dated but did not detract from our stay. Would definitely recommend to others. Rented a pontoon boat from Mountain to lake marina (?). A wonderful addition to our vacation. They we’re very accommodating. Delivery and pickup right at out dock. Very enjoyable week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Renee W., Mount Airy, north carolina

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location-dated home- needs cleaning
Arrived at the home, met the "cleaners" leaving. Dog feces was on the sidewalk, porch cushion's had so much mildew in them we were not able to use. Urine and feces in the bathroom toilets, sinks had soap residue as if not wiped down and the refrigerator had pink scum that we had to get out. Ceiling tiles showed leakage and stained. We contacted the owner and he said he would refund our cleaning fee which he did and send the "cleaners" back. We opted to start off our family vacation with a 30 minute clean up session ourselves. After we got past the cleanliness issues, we enjoyed our stay. The kitchen porch was where we stayed the most and enjoyed the fire pit. The owner is very responsive and willing to fix any issues, we just think he needs to do more inspections himself and make adjustments.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Great host....great property....perfect getaway! You will enjoy your time relaxing with this property. private cove was perfect for swimming and fishing. Highly recommend this property for a lake trip be prepared for a nice workout on the stairs to the lake but it's worth it as far as I am concerned:) THANK YOU!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain and lake views
My siblings and I meet each year with our families so we can spend quality time together. We live in 3 different states we loved our stay in this beautiful cabin. The location is great the dock is amazing. Perfect for a relaxing family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to reconnect with family for VT graduation
Our niece graduated from Virginia Tech in December. There were plenty of beds and lots of space to spend time together and reconnect. With the cooler temperatures, we didn't have an opportunity to enjoy the outside space, but the living room and kitchen spaces offered plenty of space. The owner was very responsive and helpful in providing directions since there is a bit of a drive in the country to find this home. It would be a great place to stay for spring graduations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin getaway
We stayed at the cabin for a few days for some relaxation and it was wonderful! Quiet and serene atmosphere. We rented a pontoon boat and enjoyed being out on the water. We grilled out on the deck every night, which was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022