Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in James River

We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect—close to the Speedway and lots of great local restaurants. The neighborhood was very quiet, so we didn’t have to worry about traffic noise or loud neighbors. One of the highlights was the secure backyard, which was ideal for our little pup. The home had all the kitchen basics we needed, and there were plenty of towels available. The layout worked really well for our family, and the large dining room table gave us lots of space to gather and enjoy meals together. Highly recommend!

very good place, close to the park. peaceful and had more entertainment in house. Netflix, Youtube

I had a great stay at this property. It had everything we needed for a few days. It was very comfortable and complete with everything you need to spend a few days. Thank you!!

Excellent stay at RivahLife! The views were spectacular and the home was exactly as described. Easy to find with lots of stuff for the kids and adults. Looking forward to returning during the warmer months as the fishing, boating, and swimming would be more desirable. Thanks for the high chair and portable crib. Those things really help when traveling with kids.

Seth was a great host and we loved the place

Was here for a short time but we are already looking to rebook in the next month or so! Super comfortable and peaceful!

This is an excellent location for a big family getaway to the lake. We loved the big yard and the deck, as well as the dock area to sit. My kids raved about the comfy beds, and the couches made for good sleep too for teens who love to stay up late and chat. Every cooking utensil or appliance imaginable which made cooking for our crew awesome! Thank you for a relaxing stay.

Stayed at this beautiful home as a halfway point. We were blown away with how cute and comfortable this home was. The attention to detail not only made us feel at home, but our kids as well. The artwork and furniture also made this place extra unique! Highly recommend!

We loved our stay here! It was the perfect space for our family, and we were able to walk to restaurants and other activities. Highly recommend Grandin Gem!

Great place! A wonderful weekend spot to get away with your dog!

This was a great place for our family to stay while we were in town. We are a family of 4 kids so it’s nice when all 6 of us have a bed to sleep in. Katie’s place was very clean and welcoming. She was a great host, very good communication and had some nice recommendations for places to eat. There was plenty of space for the 6 of us and the out door patio was a good retreat for some quiet in the evening. If heading to Lynchburg again, we would definitely stay here again.

What a calm and peaceful private retreat! My fiancée and I spent a couple of days enjoying the brisk bay breezes and beautiful sunsets at Vickie’s. Everything was exactly as advertised and Vickie (and Scott) are true treasures—extremely responsive and thoughtful hosts who want you to have everything you need. Plus, their knowledge of the area gave us a great introduction to Leonardtown. So much more to the area than we thought! Whether birdwatching from “the best view on the block” or reflecting on the glider by the bay, we loved every moment of quiet and can’t wait to visit again. Thank you!

Stephen’s place was great for a weekend visit! Absolutely as-advertised. Stephen was an exceptional host, communication was great, no complaints!

Great place and wonderful stay! We decided to stop in Roanoke at the last minute and were able to book this place. The location is fantastic (less than a mile from all the cool, funky stuff in Roanoke), and the place itself looks to be an old high school, with the added bonus of a nano brewery RIGHT ON THE PREMISES (AFOG- look it up)! Check in was seamless, the place looks just like the photos, and it’s super clean (Neil even says in his welcome, not to bother with cleaning because they have a full time cleaning crew). If you’re staying in Roanoke, stay here!!!

Staying with Mr Jane was a pleasure. The location was perfect, the apartment was cozy and spotless. The place was well-equipped and the beds were surprisingly comfortable. This is a peaceful downstairs apartment with private entry and beautiful backyard with swimming pool. Mrs Jane was always available to answer our questions. unforgettable experience! Highly recommended!" 

This is a beautiful cozy setting right on the water. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate in order for us to enjoy outside much, but is it a wonderful find.

Had a great stay for a few nights in this condo. Comfortable and clean as a lovely escape while we enjoyed local hikes and breweries. Convenient to the wintergreen market which was helpful for what we may have forgotten or for anything else we wanted. Looooved having the wood burning fireplace too! We’d love to come back.

Really cute place in a great area with super nice neighbors. Stay was comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook. Bed was comfy. Bathrooms were clean.

Perfect for dog lovers and lake lovers! I’ve rented various condos at Smith Mountain Lake and several different ones at Stripers Landing, but Shannon’s place is now my new favorite. With a great view, plenty of space and the option to bring the pup - it’s such a treat. Highly recommend.

Gayle’s place was a great location to stay at with our dog!!! Great neighborhood to walk him in and the marina/beach is an added bonus! Gayle was very communicative and check in was easy. The space of the condo was great for a family and large dog! We will definitely be staying again!

This condo was perfect for our weekend getaway! Newly renovated, comfortable furniture and amazing views. Host was a pleasure to work with!

Kathleen’s condo is wonderful, very clean with tremendous views of Smith Mountain Lake and the mountains. We truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this for a getaway of relaxation and rest, but also in close proximity to a lot of great activities. Thank you, Kathleen.

Beautiful view and impeccably clean accommodations—just like the pictures! Had an amazing stay here. Would highly recommend and book again. Fantastic host!

Second time here and we will be back. James and crew do a fantastic job with this perfect little retreat. See you next time.