Great experience and outstanding customer service--went to great lengths to ensure our time on the…read morelake was fun. Highly recommended!

While on the lake in their kayaks, my young daughter soon found a nest of spiders crawling all…read morearound her. She was so disturbed by it that we returned to shore three hours early. I informed the worker that the one kayak should be rinsed well before storage because of the spiders. Her response was "Sorry."

We rented a boat from a nearby place, we tried to get gas but they recommended us here instead…read more Getting gas was a great experience. The owner greeted us in his Grateful Dead shirt like a boss. I felt at home already. There was a nice little food area and ice cream spot. Some very green grass with some corn hole boards and other good vibes stuff. We decided to get some pizza and wings from the restaurant. Morgan was our server for a party of 11 and she did an excellent job. Our pizza and wings were very good. They had sweet tea, I wasn't sure if this counted as "the south" still or not but it was perfect. Our bill was only $125 for several large pies, 24 wings, and mostly sodas. Will be back next time we are on the lake!

Super Fun Exciting Times We had such a great time during our…read morerecent stay. We were so comfortable in the house, and everything was well stocked, and convenient for our 2 Veterans. We felt like we were home. Even the wait staff were considerate to Veterans at every encounter at the restaurant. Additionally, we borrowed the Patriot Cruiser pontoon boat for some family time on the lake. It added another layer of fun for our family. Jeff, you were so understanding and encouraging to our Veterans, and our family. We truly appreciate your Service and Blessing fellows who served. You epitomize my favorite bumper sticker: Some gave All and All gave some. Chris, you were so professional, kind, and considerate to our family. You made us feel valued and respected. Both our Veterans said they have never been treated this good since returning home from Vietnam, and it made them feel welcome and appreciated. We hope to return again soon.

If you are traveling to Smith Mt Lake, there is a strong chance you will drive by or gas up at the…read moreVA Dare Marina. This is a fun location with several businesses: Virginia Dare Cruises: If you are going to take a tour, you might as well include food ($40 with, $25 without). The trip covers interesting areas around the lake. If I did this again, I would chose Mother's Day or Pirate's Day for fun. The park staffers also join one of the tours to share information about nature and wildlife (you can also get that information at the state park, but it is fun on the boat). Virginia Dare Marina: If you need gas, expect to pump it yourself. There aren't any employees to help tie your boat, so make sure you have someone with you. The area is small and a little tricky to maneuver if it is crowded. Marina store: If you want Great Lake souvenirs, I would go to the shops at Bridgewater Plaza (they have staff at the gas pumps too). The Marina store has limited items. Portside Grill and Bar: You can have breakfast or lunch in your bathing suit. The food is almost like camping with a grill, but it is decent casual grub. Breakfast is around $8 and lunch is approximately $12. Sides are cheap. If you want more space, visit Mangos.

Nice two hour tour. The boat was filled up, we were on the upper level. Bottom level more enclosed…read more $15 extra for the lunch was well worth it we thought. It was tasty and you could go back for seconds. Crew very nice. They leta few of the young'ins skipper the boat for a spell and sang happy bday for a passenger.

Our group of 8 rented a pontoon boat from SMBR this weekend. The owners Jason and Jenny were great…read moreto work with. They even delivered the boat and picked us up to return. We will definitely return and rent from them again. Friendly, flexible and accommodating - thanks so much Jenny!

Nice Marina in the B-coves of Smith Mountain Lake featuring gorgeous views, a Mexican restaurant,…read moreand lots of summertime events! My mom and I made the trek by road from the Huddleston side of the lake because the restaurant is amazing and because we had a couple of other stops off Scruggs and enjoyed our meals. Looking forward to coming again back next year!

Such a cute stop on the water. This is a small-ish marina with plenty of boat parking. They have a…read moreMexican restaurant, tequila bar, and convenience store/ gift shop, as well as a beach area and outdoor seating. Stop into the convenience store for beverages, snacks, floats and other boat accessories, and gifts such as T-shirts and post cards.

Great customer service. The boats were well maintained, even this late into the season. Thanks do…read moremuch for a wonderful weekend on the water!

Had a great experience renting from here. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.read more

Do not rent from this place! My son and his wife came to visit me for the first time in 2 years…read morefrom out west. I rented a wakeboard boat which I paid for months in advance and then they were unable to deliver a boat with gauges that worked. I said I did not want a boat without gauges and they still charge me over $4200 for nothing! They are horrible people who will steal your money and won't deliver anything. BE FORWARNED!!

Five stars for SML boat rental. We were able to rent a brand new Tritoon boat for our lake trip and…read moreit was a fantastic experience working with SML. They were very through making sure you are comfortable to operate the boat and have all the supplies and accessories you need for a fun day on the water. All folks were very polite and helpful. I will definitely come back!!!

We had a great outing with Captain Austin!!! Would recommend him to anyone looking for a lovely…read morelake cruise. Very knowledgeable and has an obvious love of this beautiful area!

From the owner: We provide a high end boating experience on SML. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the smiles on…read moreyour kids' and family's faces while our captain takes you around on your choice of either of our beautiful boats.

If you are interested in learning more about Smith Mountain Lake and how it generates power for…read moreVirginia and surrounding states, the visitor center at the dam is definitely a cool spot to stop. They have a small exhibit inside that highlights the dam's functionality, and there are also outdoor paths to walk that offer great views of the dam and lake. All together, you may spend 45 minutes to an hour or so exploring. I like to do this kind of thing first thing in the morning so I can get out on the water if it's looking like it's going to be a nice day!

We noticed signs for this on our way way to something else and figured since we were in the area we…read morewould check it out. What you need to know: -It's FREE -There is a parking lot -There is a ramp up to the overlook so if someone is in a wheelchair they can also take advantage of the views -No pets allowed inside the information/interactive display area or on the ramp/overlook area -It's pretty interesting