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NAKUPENDA, a Unique Luxury Canvas Cabin Experience, at Karoo Smith Mountain Lake

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A stone patio with Adirondack chairs arranged around a central fire pit.
A wooden sign with the text "KAR" and a logo, surrounded by trees and a leaf-covered ground.
A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a bench, a small dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A row of tents with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by trees.
A compact kitchen with a wooden backsplash, a built-in oven, a sink, and a refrigerator.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wirtz, VA
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Marina
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Mountain Lake State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wirtz

With a stay at this resort in Wirtz, you'll be on the waterfront, a short 3-minute walk from Smith Mountain Lake and within 3 minutes by car from Blue Ridge Marina. .This resort is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Gills Creek Marina and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Booker T. Washington National Monument.
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What's nearby

  • Smith Mountain Lake - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blue Ridge Marina - 20 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Smith Mountain Lake State Park - 33 min drive - 27.4 miles
  • Berglund Center - 39 min drive - 31.5 miles
  • Valley View Mall - 44 min drive - 34.2 miles

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Oak Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Kettle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Toreno Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

About this property

NAKUPENDA, a Unique Luxury Canvas Cabin Experience, at Karoo Smith Mountain Lake

Nakupenda at Karoo Resort at Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia

Sleeps Four One Queen One Twin Bunk Bed

The Nakupenda nestled in the center of the resort with a view of the lake, offers a peaceful stay for four. The luxury canvas cabin includes one queen-sized bed, one twin-sized bunk bed, a sitting area, a spacious bathroom, 55” Smart TV with wifi, kitchen table, private covered deck, private wood-burning hot tub, four burner propane griddle, and a fully equipped kitchenette, complete with a mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, air fryer, and essential cookware. The luxury canvas cabins are fully equipped with all modern essentials such as heating and cooling as well as hot running water. The perfect combination of exploring nature's finest beauty with a modern, elegant twist. Enjoy the scenery on the spacious covered deck with comfortable outdoor furniture. Wanting a relaxing dip in warm water? Enjoy your own private wood-burning hot tub just a few feet from your private deck. Feeling friendly? Enjoy the communal wood-burning fire pits or hammocks throughout the grounds of the resort.

Enjoy your stay with comfort and ease as linens and wood for your private hot tub is provided throughout your experience at Karoo SML. A communal ice machine is also located on site in the lodge as well as vending machines equipped with snacks and drinks! A small coin laundromat is located in the lodge. Enjoy your stay without the hassle of acquiring some of the necessities on your much-deserved vacation!

Karoo at Smith Mountain Lake is a one-of-a-kind experience. Our African-themed resort is the perfect place for your vacation!

Visit our website for more information on what Karoo has to offer!

https://karooresort.com

Amenities:
9 Hole Disc Golf Course
Beach Volleyball
Kayaks
Swimming on the Community Peir
Koi Pond
Fishing
(3) Community Family Sized Hammocks
(3) Community Fire Pits (each seat 10)

Resort Map at the end of photos on the listing.
There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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